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lose; throw; put aside
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
to lose; to misplace
neutralUsed for accidentally losing or misplacing objects or opportunities.
I accidentally lost my wallet.
He lost his job because of poor performance.
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The team conceded a goal in the last minute.
She let the opportunity slip away.
Don't worry, if you lose the key, we can make another copy.
verb
to throw; to discard; to toss
neutralUsed for deliberately throwing away garbage or unwanted items.
Please do not litter fruit peels everywhere.
He threw the waste paper into the trash can.
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The children are playing by throwing stones on the beach.
Don't throw away all the old clothes; you can donate them to a charity.
He angrily threw the book on the ground.
verb
to put aside; to neglect; to set down
neutralUsed for temporarily setting something aside or neglecting a skill or matter.
If you put aside a skill for too long, you'll become rusty.
This matter has been weighing on his mind; he can't let it go.
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He put his work aside and went out to relax first.
She put this novel down halfway through reading it.
Don't neglect all your hobbies and interests.