throw dirt
throw dirt · throws dirt · threw dirt · thrown dirt · throwing dirt
To fling dust or similarTo fling dust or similar.
» Don't throw dirt clods!
Meaning
2 sensesTo fling dust or similar.
(figuratively)To make derogatory or malicious allegations, particularly about people in public life.
Examples
1 sentencesDon't throw dirt clods!
Forms
throws dirt, throwing dirt, threw dirt, thrown dirt| Base form | throw dirt · to throw dirt |
|---|---|
| 3rd person singular | throws dirt |
| Present participle | throwing dirt |
| Past simple | threw dirt |
| Past participle | thrown dirt |
irregular · Lesson
Lessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, irregular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle