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thrown

[throhn] / θroʊn /
ADJECTIVE
hurled
Synonyms


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The case has garnered the attention of the federal Department of Justice, which filed a brief this month disputing an argument made by the insurers to have the case thrown out.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

Both rappers have accused each other of using bots to artificially inflate their listening figures - something that was mentioned in Drake's lawsuit against his own label, Universal Music Group, which was eventually thrown out.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

It wouldn’t be the first time Trump has thrown his influence behind reviving the buddy-cop franchise, which he has reportedly said is one of his favorites.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Four people were thrown out of the first Eurovision Song Contest semi-final, which saw attempts to disrupt Israel's performance, organisers said Wednesday.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Katherine had thrown a fit when Mom and Dad had told her about the meeting, about how she’d have to be home alone for a little bit while they were away with Jonah.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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