Throw to the wolves: Definition with Throw to the wolves Pictures and Photos

Definition of Throw to the wolves

1. Verb. (idiomatic) To sacrifice someone, especially in an attempt to save oneself ¹

2. Verb. (idiomatic) To remove or cast out someone or something out of one's protection, such as onto the streets, especially towards predators. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Throw To The Wolves

throw overboard
throw pillow
throw pillows
throw rug
throw shapes
throw signs
throw smoke
throw somebody a curve
throw someone a bone
throw stick

throw the baby out with the bathwater
throw the book at
throw to the dogs
throw to the wind
throw to the wolves (current term)
throw together
throw true
throw under the bus
throw up
throw up one's hands

throwable
throwaway
throwaway(a)
throwaway(p)
throwaway line
throwaways
throwback
throwback(a)
throwbacks

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