toss out
Meaning(s)
1. throw something/someone out, suggest something
Popularity
High
Professional
High
Social
How to Memorize
toss out an idea
Analysis
'Toss out' is a phrasal verb meaning to remove something or to discard of it as refuse or rubbish. This is an informal American expression with the same meaning as 'throw out'.
Social Examples (Advance)
- Jane was quick to toss out a few ideas when I asked for some suggestions on how we should solve the problem.
- After I finished my coffee, I tossed the paper cup into the bin.
- He was tossed out of the nightclub for being rude to the staff.
Professional Examples (Basic)
- We have had to toss out some old equipment due to new security standards.
- With the introduction of GDPR guidelines, many companies and institutions have had to toss out much of their hard-won marketing data.