
Throw yourself at
Romantic Intent
Used to describe someone making a strong and obvious romantic or sexual advance.

At the reunion, she threw herself at her high school sweetheart.
Possible Rejection
Often used when the person receiving the attention is not interested or is surprised.

Despite her throwing herself at him, he remained indifferent.
Desperation Connotation
It can imply that someone is acting more desperate or forward than what is socially expected.

She threw herself at the celebrity, causing a scene.
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