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throw in the sponge (informal) to admit defeat or inability.
thrown past participle of "throw."
throw up to bring up food and liquid from your stomach through your mouth; vomit.
thrush1 any of several widely distributed songbirds that typically have dark upper plumage and often a speckled breast. [2 definitions]
thrust to push or drive forcefully. [11 definitions]
thruway a limited access highway or toll road, usu. crossing an entire state or similar long distance.
thud a muffled sound of impact. [3 definitions]
thug a criminal or ruffian, esp. one who uses physical force or violence; hoodlum.
thumb the short, thick first or inmost finger on humans and other primates that is opposed to the other four fingers and thus permits the hand to grasp and pick up objects. [5 definitions]
thumb one's nose to place the thumb to the nose, with the other fingers extended, as a sign of scorn or defiance. [2 definitions]
thumbs-down a gesture or indication of disapproval or disagreement.
thumbs-up an expression or gesture of approval, assurance, or agreement.
thumbtack a large-headed tack that can be pressed into place with a thumb, as into wood or cork. [2 definitions]
thump a heavy dull sound of impact, as made by a blunt instrument striking or a large object falling. [7 definitions]
thunder the loud explosive noise or low distant rumble produced by the rapid expansion of gases along the path of a lightning discharge. [7 definitions]
thundercloud a large dark storm cloud charged with electricity that produces lightning and thunder; cumulonimbus. [2 definitions]
thunderstorm a brief electrical storm usu. accompanied by heavy rain and high winds.
Thurs. abbreviation of "Thursday," the fifth day of the week, occurring between Wednesday and Friday.
Thursday the fifth day of the week, occurring between Wednesday and Friday.
thus in this way. [3 definitions]
thy a possessive form of "thou" (used chiefly in earlier literature and religious writing); your.