Throw out
/θrəʊ/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To dispose of or discard something, usually because it is no longer needed or wanted.
- She decided to throw out all the old magazines cluttering the living room.
- After the party, we had to throw out a lot of leftover food.
2. To expel or eject someone, especially from a place or an organization.
- The baseball player was thrown out of the game for arguing with the umpire.
- He was thrown out of the bar for causing a scene.
3. To reject or dismiss an idea, plan, or proposal.
- The committee decided to throw out the proposal because it was too costly.
- Her suggestion was thrown out because it didn't align with the project's goals.
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