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threw

[throo] / θru /




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She threw a five-hitter in the Lions’ playoff opener against Yucaipa and lasted all eight innings with 10 strikeouts in a 5-4 triumph over Ayala in the second round.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

In a high-profile visit in May, French President Emmanuel Macron threw his support behind Pashinyan, embracing the Armenian leader as a dear friend.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Former WBO cruiserweight champion Billam-Smith threw everything at Rozicki during an electric contest and finally found the breakthrough at the end of the seventh with a combination of hooks.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Hurrying up the court, he threw a pass upcourt to a teammate who wasn’t watching, hitting him in the back.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

The sky was cracking blue, and the guys had their jackets slung over their shoulders as they laughed and threw fake punches at one another.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu



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