Meaning & use
throw-in
A method of restarting play in sports such as soccer, in which a player throws the ball back onto the field from the sideline.
See it in a sentence
The referee awarded a throw-in after the ball crossed the touchline.
She took a long throw-in that landed right in front of the goal.
A note on using this word
Specific to sports like soccer and basketball; rules on hand position and footwork vary by sport.
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Another way to use it
2. noun
Something added to a deal or purchase for free as an extra incentive.
The salesman offered a free car cover as a throw-in to close the deal.
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