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General idioms that span a wide range of everyday topics.

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throw a wet blanket on

To dampen enthusiasm or excitement.

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throw a wobbly

To become very upset or angry, often unexpectedly.

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throw a wrench in the gears

To cause a disruption or problem in a plan or process.

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throw a wrench in the works

to cause a disruption or problem in a plan or process

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throw an ant into a sty

This phrase is not a recognized idiom and may be a misinterpretation.

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throw caution to the wind

to take a risk without worrying about the consequences

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throw cold water on

to discourage or dampen enthusiasm for something

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throw down the gauntlet

to issue a challenge

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throw good money after bad

to continue investing in a failing situation

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throw in at the deep end

to place someone in a difficult or challenging situation without preparation

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throw one's hotdog down someone's hallway

to engage in a sexual act with someone, often in a casual or reckless manner

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throw overboard

to discard or abandon something or someone

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