towel

Example Sentences

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Dolan beat the count again early in the third round after another overhand left found the target, but her corner threw in the towel moments later as the Mexican applied further pressure.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

"Those at the bottom of the chain do the work and get paid last -- sometimes months later," he said, adding he was ready to throw in the towel and sell his machinery.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Of course, the barbershop, where ball talk is real talk, and where the expectations around the Dodgers upcoming quest for a three-peat recently smothered me like a hot towel to the head.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

The allure of holding U.S. government debt is fading but investors have not thrown in the towel for one simple reason — their options are limited.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

“That should be the last one for a while,” John said, wiping his head with an already sopping towel.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith