Meaning of the word "throw at" in English

What does "throw at" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

throw at

US /θroʊ æt/
UK /θrəʊ æt/

Phrasal Verb

1.

to propel something with force towards someone or something, often with the intention of hitting them

Example:
He got angry and decided to throw a ball at the wall.
Don't throw stones at the birds.
2.

to offer or present something to someone, often in a challenging or critical way

Example:
The manager kept throwing new tasks at his team, overwhelming them.
She likes to throw sarcastic comments at people.