| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
throw away [θrəʊ əˈweɪ] | get rid of something by discarding it |
Other meanings
- waste a chance or opportunity
- say something without thinking carefully
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "throw away"
- He threw away the old newspapers.
- Don’t throw away your shot at success.
- She threw away a comment that hurt his feelings.
Features of Using "throw away"
Used both literally (trash) and metaphorically (opportunity, words).
Other phrasal verbs with the verb throw
throw up
to vomit
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