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    Arrojaba (en. Threw)

    /a.ro.'xa.βa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Threw something at a certain distance.
    The boy threw stones into the river.
    El niño arrojaba piedras al río.
    Released or emitted something.
    The volcano was throwing lava at night.
    La volcán arrojaba lava por la noche.
    Produced or generated a reaction.
    His comment raised doubts about his loyalty.
    Su comentario arrojaba dudas sobre su lealtad.

    Etymology

    Derived from Latin 'arrogare', which means 'to throw' or 'to subject'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    threw in the towel
    Means to give up or desist from something.
    arrojaba la toalla
    shed light
    Indicates that a situation was clarified.
    arrojaba luz
    threw away
    Refers to getting rid of something.
    arrojaba fuera

    Related Words

    arrojar
    To throw or toss something with force.
    arrojar
    lanzar
    To throw something into the air with force.
    lanzar
    desprender
    To separate or make something loosen.
    desprender

    Slang Meanings

    To get rid of something quickly.
    At the party, he was throwing drinks into the air to celebrate.
    En la fiesta, arrojaba bebidas al aire para celebrar.
    To expel or reject someone.
    In the group, he always threw out those he didn't like.
    En el grupo, él siempre arrojaba a quienes no le caían bien.