throw sth back

Frequency: 8.730.1 per million words

to throw something to the place it came from

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Examples (10)

  • He threw the ball back to the pitcher.
  • The fisherman carefully threw the small fish back into the river.
  • She threw his sarcastic comment back at him with a sharp retort.
  • The strong current threw the debris back onto the beach.
  • Don't forget to throw the empty bottle back into the recycling bin.
  • Whenever he faced a difficult question, he would often throw it back to the audience.
  • The mirror throws the light back, illuminating the room.
  • After examining the rock, she threw it back onto the pile.
  • He threw his head back and let out a hearty laugh.
  • The company decided to throw the faulty products back to the manufacturer.