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throw a monkey wrench in the works
Disrupt a plan or process unexpectedly.
throw a monkey wrench into the works
To disrupt or sabotage a plan.
throw a spanner in the works
cause trouble or confusion for plans.
throw a sprat to catch a mackerel
Sacrifice something small to gain something larger.
throw a tantrum
To have a sudden emotional outburst.
throw a wet blanket on
to dampen enthusiasm
throw a wobbly
Have a sudden outburst of anger.
throw a wrench in
to cause confusion or problems
throw a wrench in the gears
Cause a problem that stops progress.
throw a wrench in the works
to disrupt a plan or process
throw an ant into a sty
Create chaos in a messy situation.
throw an eye
to look at or check something.
throw aside
to discard or ignore something
throw away
discard something as useless.
throw away the key
Lock someone up permanently.
throw caution to the wind
To act recklessly without concern.
throw cold water on
To discourage or dampen enthusiasm.
throw down
put something down forcefully.
throw down the gauntlet
challenge someone to a contest.
throw dust in someone's eyes
deceive or mislead someone
throw good money after bad
waste resources on a failing situation
throw in
To add something extra.
throw in at the deep end
put someone into a difficult situation
throw in the towel
to give up or admit defeat.