throw down
Britishverb
noun
Example Sentences
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In the modern game, which has become overrun by monstrously tall super-athletes who can swish 3-pointers as easily as they throw down dunks, every franchise is searching far and wide for the next big thing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Aug. 16, 2025
When the battles begin, when the time comes to throw down, look for Victor Montalvo to bring his classic moves.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 9, 2024
They throw down a moral gauntlet to viewers, who must put themselves in his shoes.
From New York Times • Mar. 14, 2024
With Liverpool playing later on Sunday, and defending champions Manchester City still behind them after dropping points against Crystal Palace, Arsenal had an opportunity to throw down the gauntlet to their rivals.
From BBC • Dec. 17, 2023
I hear him throw down his keys, take something out of the refrigerator.
From "Every Day" by David Levithan
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