Throwdown
noun
A contest or challenge, especially one that is intense or aggressive.
The two teams set up a throwdown to see who would take home the trophy.
Usage tips
Neutral
friendly throwdown,throwdown challenge,throwdown contest
noun
A sudden and lively party or gathering, often involving food and music.
We threw a backyard throwdown for the summer.
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Informal
outdoor throwdown,cooking throwdown,throwdown party
noun
A contest or challenge, especially one that is intense or aggressive.
The two teams set up a throwdown to see who would take home the trophy.
Usage tips
Neutral
friendly throwdown,throwdown challenge,throwdown contest
noun
A sudden and lively party or gathering, often involving food and music.
We threw a backyard throwdown for the summer.
Usage tips
Informal
outdoor throwdown,cooking throwdown,throwdown party
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Competitive Context
This term implies a serious challenge or competition between parties.
The local schools often have a throwdown in basketball each season.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
Often linked to hip-hop and urban culture, become a means of asserting dominance or skill.
In the hip-hop scene, a throwdown can significantly affect one's reputation.
Pro Tip 3/3Intensity
The word conveys a sense of urgency and aggression, not just a friendly game.
The throwdown became more heated than anyone expected.
Pro Tip 1/3Competitive Context
This term implies a serious challenge or competition between parties.
The local schools often have a throwdown in basketball each season.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
Often linked to hip-hop and urban culture, become a means of asserting dominance or skill.
In the hip-hop scene, a throwdown can significantly affect one's reputation.
Pro Tip 3/3Intensity
The word conveys a sense of urgency and aggression, not just a friendly game.
The throwdown became more heated than anyone expected.
Pro Tip 1/3Competitive Context
This term implies a serious challenge or competition between parties.
The local schools often have a throwdown in basketball each season.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
Often linked to hip-hop and urban culture, become a means of asserting dominance or skill.
In the hip-hop scene, a throwdown can significantly affect one's reputation.
Pro Tip 3/3Intensity
The word conveys a sense of urgency and aggression, not just a friendly game.
The throwdown became more heated than anyone expected.
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