THROW IN Definition & Meaning

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throw in

to add (something extra) at no additional cost
to contribute or interpose (a remark, argument, etc), esp in a discussion
throw in one's hand
1. (in cards) to concede defeat by putting one's cards down
2. to give in and accept defeat; discontinue a venture
throw in the towel or throw in the sponge
1. (in boxing) to concede defeat by the throwing of a towel (or sponge) into the ring by a second
2. to give in and accept defeat; discontinue a venture

soccer the method of putting the ball into play after it has gone into touch by throwing it two-handed from behind the head, both feet being kept on the ground

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Finally, after Kiki Rice made two free throws in the final seconds and the buzzer sounded inside Spokane Arena, Marcus unleashed those sweet words.

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“I’d say pitching is harder mentally for me … knowing what pitch to throw in any given situation,” she said.

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His corner threw in the towel after the 14th round, saying later that they could watch no more.

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As each participant read their texts aloud as they typed, Hesgeth threw in a mix of war plans, gifs and eggplant emojis.

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Namely the back-breaking interceptions, three of which he threw in the bowl game.

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