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VocabJLPT N1

toss (of a ball)

NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. toss (of a ball)
2. tossing
3. (coin) toss

A noun and verb (する) borrowed from English meaning to toss something into the air, commonly used in sports like volleyball or baseball when a player lofts the ball for another to hit. It can also refer to flipping a coin to make a decision.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"That toss was deliberate, wasn't it?" he said suspiciously.

Sentence 2

Before we toss this issue over to the other side, let's make sure we have solid backing.

Sentence 3

We played catch at the park and I tried tossing the ball a bit.

Sentence 4

Don't toss a ball in a narrow hallway like this — it's dangerous!

Sentence 5

During break, I tossed a scrap of paper at the trash can and missed.