Throw lightly Crossword Clue

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Throw lightly Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. the act of flipping a coin
2. (sports) the act of throwing the ball to another member of your team
(verb)
1. throw carelessly
2. lightly throw to see which side comes up

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

LIGHTLY (adverb)
1. in a small quantity or extent
2. with few burdens
THROW (verb)
1. cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
2. convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
THROW (noun)
1. the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
2. a single chance or instance

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