- past participle of throw.
thrown
Example Sentences
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“They were ejected from it, thrown clear down the road.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
Beijing has thrown its weight behind narrowing that timeframe, calling for the sector's development in its last two five-year plans.
From Barron's ● Aug. 19, 2026
I would be willing to bet good money that Meta would be able to shrug off any damages, even if they weren’t thrown out on appeal.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026
The two girls are thrown together by their mutual commitment to their passions, science and skating.
From Salon ● Aug. 18, 2026
Was the rock thrown at me or rolled?
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
