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
Michael Nowels, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
One play, just 12 minutes in, stuck out in particular: a build-up after a throw-in which featured one-touch passing between seven players in quick succession that took the ball from right back to left wing in a matter of seconds.
—Braidon Nourse, Denver Post, 26 Mar. 2026
Glenn Garner, Deadline, 8 Apr. 2026
Nodding to the ‘90s, these oval shades are the perfect pair to throw in your purse and pull out when Paris has one of those beautifully sunny days that practically beg for an entire afternoon sunbathing on a café terrace with a glass of rosé in hand.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Jasinski’s goal came on a pass from Fernandez that capped a quick build-up off a throw-in.
—Michael Nowels, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
One play, just 12 minutes in, stuck out in particular: a build-up after a throw-in which featured one-touch passing between seven players in quick succession that took the ball from right back to left wing in a matter of seconds.
—Braidon Nourse, Denver Post, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
Although she’s considered one of today’s most recognizable leading ladies, Jenna Ortega was ready to throw in the towel after her days as a child actor.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 8 Apr. 2026
Nodding to the ‘90s, these oval shades are the perfect pair to throw in your purse and pull out when Paris has one of those beautifully sunny days that practically beg for an entire afternoon sunbathing on a café terrace with a glass of rosé in hand.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for throw-in
Noun
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Those who join now can use the code PCAMER26 by December 31, 2026, to earn up to 4,000 bonus Avios (Qatar Airways’s rewards currency) to use on upcoming flights, upgrades, and extra baggage allowances.—
Jamie Spain,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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As a bonus, this setup offers plenty of storage for lanterns, decor, and more.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Corinthian can cruise silently and emissions-free using wind power alone, but the engines will kick in if more grunt is required.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
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In a filing disclosed Thursday, Weidenfels, a once-future spinoff CEO for Discovery Global and longtime lieutenant to WBD CEO David Zaslav, will receive a new contract to kick in on July 11, 2026, and replacing an existing four-year pay deal to expire on July 10.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The oversized gift was presented on April 28 in Washington, DC, during King Charles III and Queen Camilla's four‑day state visit to the United States.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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His gift is an uncanny ability to solve crimes that leave the LAPD baffled, armed only with the savvy and dry humor reminiscent of the gumshoe detectives of the noir genre.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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There also will be Williams merchandise, some autographed, given away as prizes.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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Republicans are all in on giving away goodies to their co-partisans and fermenting a code that looks like Swiss cheese.—
Annie Lowrey,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The attention to detail that went into its design and construction will pay dividends for years to come.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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So shareholders shouldn’t expect Berkshire to start paying a dividend or that Abel will suddenly split the company up.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 May 2026
Verb
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Among left-on-left matchups, Crow-Armstrong has seen the fourth-most pitches in the majors.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Their 10-year-old daughter has already pitched in to help welcome her brothers home.—
Ryan Brennan
April 29,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Michael Vander Luitgaren added a two-run triple, while Ryan Rodriguez chipped in with a two-run double and Brandon Oke ended up 2-for-3.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
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The now 40-year-old Bosnia forward chipped in six goals in nine league appearances for Schalke.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 May 2026
Verb
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While living in Dubai, Kinahan presented himself as a legitimate boxing promoter.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Tony Awards, presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing, will return to Radio City Music Hall in New York City on Sunday, June 7.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Throw-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throw-in. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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