toss out

The phrase "toss out" is used in various contexts to describe actions of discarding, rejecting, or removing something or someone.

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Definition

B1Daily Life

(informal)To throw away something that is no longer needed or wanted.

Example

I decided to toss out all the expired food from the fridge.
She tossed out the old magazines to make space for new ones.

B2Ideas and Proposals

(informal)To reject or dismiss an idea, suggestion, or proposal.

Example

The committee quickly tossed out the proposal as impractical.
He tossed out my suggestion without even considering it.

B2Groups and Organizations

(informal)To expel or remove someone from a group or place.

Example

The unruly guest was tossed out of the party by the host.
They tossed out the member who violated the club's rules.

C1Legal

(formal)To reject or dismiss something officially, such as a case or evidence.

Example

The judge tossed out the evidence due to its questionable authenticity.
The case was tossed out of court for lack of sufficient evidence.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "toss out":

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