Throw yourself at

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To show strong romantic or sexual interest in someone.

She threw herself at him at the party but he wasn't interested.
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Often appears as...

  • throw yourself at someone
  • throw herself at him

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Informal, Disapproving

Colloquial

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Romantic Intent

Used to describe someone making a strong and obvious romantic or sexual advance.

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At the reunion, she threw herself at her high school sweetheart.
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Possible Rejection

Often used when the person receiving the attention is not interested or is surprised.

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Despite her throwing herself at him, he remained indifferent.
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Desperation Connotation

It can imply that someone is acting more desperate or forward than what is socially expected.

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She threw herself at the celebrity, causing a scene.
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