throw back
Example Sentences
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He backtracked desperately, and the throw back to the infield skidded past second baseman Ozzie Albies.
From Washington Times • Oct. 9, 2023
Muncy hit a ground ball to Ty France, who fired to Crawford at second base and returned to first base to catch the throw back for the inning-ending double play.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 16, 2023
It was exciting to throw guitars on a Bollywood moment, and then throw back to an old Japanese song from the '60s that I love.
From Salon • May 1, 2023
"It's not about going long but I wanted someone who would fight back, throw back," said Dubois.
From BBC • Feb. 12, 2023
"Is that wise? You are strongly placed here. It's said that the old Kings in the North could stand at Moat Cailin and throw back hosts ten times the size of their own."
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
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