thrown over

Example Sentences

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Oil futures rose after uncertainty was thrown over when shipping may return to normal levels through the Strait of Hormuz and whether peace talks between the U.S. and Iran are even taking place on Monday.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

The actress and crew are seen unzipping the black bags and pulling out dozens of bras, which are then tied together and thrown over parts of the structure.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026

The same word was written again multiple times on Tuesday while white paint was thrown over the picture, with workmen acting quickly to clean it.

From Barron's • Nov. 4, 2025

She is in a Nine Inch Nails 2008 tour T-shirt, thrown over a slip dress with fishnets on, and Cortez is in a T-shirt, cargo shorts and boots.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 10, 2024

We were all huddled into one another, shoulders pressing against shoulders, Holly’s legs thrown over mine.

From "Harbor Me" by Jacqueline Woodson