Throw Down

Synonyms of throw down

• drop
• cast down
• fling down

Antonyms of throw down

• elevate
• raise
• pick up

Collocations of throw down

challenge

Frequency: 80 %

He threw down the challenge to his rival.

the gauntlet

Frequency: 70 %

She threw down the gauntlet and challenged her opponent.

gauntlet

Frequency: 65 %

She threw down the gauntlet and dared anyone to disagree.

Idiomatic Expressions for throw down

• Phrase: throw down the mic
  Meaning: to deliver a powerful or impressive performance, typically in a competitive or confrontational setting
  Usage: After his final rap battle, he threw down the mic and walked off the stage.