THROW IN Synonyms: 96 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈthrō-ˌin

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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verb

as in to kick in

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Recent Examples of throw-in

Noun

Referees will raise their hand to start the visual five-second countdown, and if the ball is not in play when time runs out, a throw-in is awarded to the opponents. —

Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026 Any team that takes longer will cede the throw-in to the other team or give the opponent a corner kick. —

Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026

Verb

In the girls field events, South Hadley’s Natalie Rios threw her personal best and achieved third best javelin throw in the state at 125-04. —

Hannah Hughes, Boston Herald, 7 June 2026 The Union-Tribune found those in attendance at Petco Park were more inclined to keep the faith than throw in the towel. —

Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for throw-in

Recent Examples of Synonyms for throw-in

Noun

Fantasy managers were nervous about investing in Brown due to possible rotation but one per cent of them were rewarded with a goal, an assist and the scouting bonus.

— Holly Shand, New York Times, 17 June 2026
The card was recently overhauled and now offers emergency evacuation and transportation coverage, as well — among other additions and a 100,000-point welcome bonus (earned after spending $5,000 within the first three months).

— Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 16 June 2026