throw over

verb

threw over; thrown over; throwing over; throws over

transitive verb

1
: to forsake despite bonds of attachment or duty
2
: to refuse to accept : reject

Examples of throw over in a Sentence

if the U.S. Senate throws over the treaty, the President's prestige will be in shambles
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The Sultan this morning/afternoon is in full military regalia, a green jacket with tassels thrown over the shoulder and a military cap, his usual outfit for hosting. Noah Goldberg, Los Angeles Times, 1 Feb. 2025 The only way participants can be eliminated is if they’re thrown over the top rope and both of their feet hit the ground. Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 1 Feb. 2025 Rudolph threw over an 80% completion rate with a pair of touchdowns. Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024 Simply thaw and enjoy, toss into a salad, throw over the top of pesto pasta, or munch on for a protein-rich snack. Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for throw over 

Word History

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of throw over was in 1835

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“Throw over.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/throw%20over. Accessed 12 Feb. 2025.

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