Throw in
verb
To add something, usually as an extra unplanned item.
I bought a new car and they threw in a free service.
Often appears as...
- throw in the towel
- throw in a freebie
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
To put something quickly into a place.
Just throw those books in the box.
verb
To suddenly introduce a new topic into a conversation.
She was talking about the weather and then suddenly threw in a comment about politics.
Often appears as...
- throw in an idea
- throw in a comment
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
In games like boxing or towel, to give up or admit defeat.
After the tenth round, the boxer's coach decided to throw in the towel.
Often appears as...
- throw in the towel
- throw in the gloves
Usage tips
Disapproving
Idiomatic
verb
To add something, usually as an extra unplanned item.
I bought a new car and they threw in a free service.
Often appears as...
- throw in the towel
- throw in a freebie
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
To put something quickly into a place.
Just throw those books in the box.
verb
To suddenly introduce a new topic into a conversation.
She was talking about the weather and then suddenly threw in a comment about politics.
Often appears as...
- throw in an idea
- throw in a comment
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
In games like boxing or towel, to give up or admit defeat.
After the tenth round, the boxer's coach decided to throw in the towel.
Often appears as...
- throw in the towel
- throw in the gloves
Usage tips
Disapproving
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3Unplanned Extra
Indicates a bonus item or service given unexpectedly in addition to what's purchased.
They threw in a phone case with my new smartphone.
Pro Tip 2/3Negotiation Tool
Used as a persuasive offer during negotiations to sweeten a deal.
If you buy today, we can throw in an extended warranty.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Literal
The added item isn't always physical; it could be an additional service or favour.
With every haircut, we throw in a complimentary scalp massage.
Pro Tip 1/3Unplanned Extra
Indicates a bonus item or service given unexpectedly in addition to what's purchased.
They threw in a phone case with my new smartphone.
Pro Tip 2/3Negotiation Tool
Used as a persuasive offer during negotiations to sweeten a deal.
If you buy today, we can throw in an extended warranty.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Literal
The added item isn't always physical; it could be an additional service or favour.
With every haircut, we throw in a complimentary scalp massage.
Pro Tip 1/3Unplanned Extra
Indicates a bonus item or service given unexpectedly in addition to what's purchased.
They threw in a phone case with my new smartphone.
Pro Tip 2/3Negotiation Tool
Used as a persuasive offer during negotiations to sweeten a deal.
If you buy today, we can throw in an extended warranty.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Literal
The added item isn't always physical; it could be an additional service or favour.
With every haircut, we throw in a complimentary scalp massage.
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