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Throw away
Verb
Definitions
1.
Verb
To discard (trash, garbage, or the like), to toss out, to put in the trash. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}
"He wanted to throw away the cup, but he couldn't find a trash can.; Don't throw the newspaper away, it goes in the recycle bin!"
2.
Verb
To waste, to squander.
"Voting for a third-party candidate sometimes feels like throwing your vote away.; The team threw away its chance at the semifinals."
3.
Verb
To intentionally throw an incomplete pass.
4.
Verb
To give lightly, in an offhand manner.
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