as in bonus
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
anyone who buys a book today will get a bookmark as a throw-in
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as in to kick in
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Recent Examples of throw-in
New Atlas, 15 Jan. 2026
Not much fanfare surrounded Kayla Thornton, who at the time was considered just a throw-in in the deal.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 2 Jan. 2026
Kelsie Hoffman, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026
Page Six gets a Hollywood edition Papps declined last week to reveal what stories his reporters were chasing and what bombs the political columnists will throw in its first editions.
—Christopher Weber, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
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Noun
That wouldn't be much of a throw-in for a traditional passenger vehicle, but in a camper van, that's a book to read by the light of the fire and a mug from which to enjoy morning coffee against a stunning backdrop.
—New Atlas, 15 Jan. 2026
Not much fanfare surrounded Kayla Thornton, who at the time was considered just a throw-in in the deal.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 2 Jan. 2026
Verb
Giving back Students often throw in some of their own money or even pool their twenties with classmates.
—Kelsie Hoffman, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026
Page Six gets a Hollywood edition Papps declined last week to reveal what stories his reporters were chasing and what bombs the political columnists will throw in its first editions.
—Christopher Weber, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for throw-in
Noun
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Pettitte also brings along voluminous postseason bonus points.—
Jayson Stark,
New York Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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The district decided to purchase fewer buses this year and opted not to give teachers a raise, negotiating a one-time bonus instead.—
Carley Lanich,
IndyStar,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The musician began the emotional performance on the piano before standing up as the chorus kicked in.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
5 Feb. 2026
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Jason and Travis Kelce, brothers and former Super Bowl players who also grew up in Cleveland Heights, learned of the campaign and quickly kicked in $10,000, allowing 14 members of Edwards’ family to come to Italy — where their cheers were audible every time her name was announced.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Epstein gave Siegal $30,000 as a birthday gift in July 2018.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
10 Feb. 2026
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The movie opens with marshland residents, including Lamia and Bibi, lining up far back and pressing urgently forward, jerricans in hand, to receive fresh water at a tanker truck from officials offering it as a gift from Hussein.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Caviar used to be given away in 19th century saloons to encourage drinking.—
Chad Murphy,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
10 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile, Kentucky missed eight of its 12 shots in the third quarter and gave away the basketball on seven occasions.—
Danny Davis,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Like gold, bitcoin produces no profits or dividends, and its price depends on what investors will pay for it.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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The automaker also canceled its dividend for 2026 and issued a 5 billion euro nonconvertible hybrid bond.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Nardi was a steady high-leverage reliever early in his Miami tenure but struggled in 2024 and did not pitch in 2025 while dealing with a back injury.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
11 Feb. 2026
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The town will only have to pitch in $45,000 as a match for the Community Crossing grant the town received from the state.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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To get Knix off the ground, her friends, family, and ex-coworkers all came onboard as angel investors, chipping in investments ranging from $15,000 to $100,000.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2026
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Mohammad Farhan finished with 10 points and nine rebounds, while Omar Barakat chipped in with 10 points.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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This balance of fine dining and homestyle hospitality continues with familiar dishes presented in modern and elegant ways.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Artificial intelligence is frequently presented as a solution to some of society’s most complex challenges.—
Heather Madden,
Boston Herald,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Throw-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throw-in. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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