threw back Synonyms

threw back Meaning

threw back

reversion to an earlier type or phase, an instance or product of atavistic reversion, something that has changed back to an earlier type or phase, to revert to an earlier type or phase, to delay the progress or advance of, one that is suggestive of or suited to an earlier time or style, to cause to rely, reflect

FAQs About the word threw back

reversion to an earlier type or phase, an instance or product of atavistic reversion, something that has changed back to an earlier type or phase, to revert to

returned, reverted, dropped,fell, retrograded, declined, worsened, degenerated,regressed, retrogressed

evolved,developed, advanced, progressed,grew, ripened,matured

The boisterous crowd threw back their heads in roaring laughter.

Emily couldn't resist the temptation and threw back a large glass of ice tea.

The dog eagerly threw back the tennis ball, ready for the next fetch.

The students threw back their heads, their faces contorted in disgust as they smelled the foul odor.