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Threw vs. Through vs. Thorough

threw
Definition

Propel through the air

Examples

throw a frisbee

through
Definition

from beginning to end or from in to out or out to in or finished

Examples

I read this book through to the end. or He walked through the door. Or I'm through with you

thorough
Definition

with regard to every detail

Examples

He's a thorough worker.

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