Gaming
throw
What does throw mean?
To lose a game you were clearly winning because of careless or terrible decisions.
"We were up by 10k gold and threw at the last objective."
Origin
From the boxing and sports phrase 'throw a fight,' meaning to lose intentionally. Gaming kept that sense but also broadened it to any blown winning position, on purpose or not.
Frequently asked questions
What does throw mean in gaming?
It means losing a game you should have won, either by misplay or on purpose. Context tells you which.
Is throwing the same as choking?
Not quite. Choking is failing under pressure by accident, while throwing often implies it was avoidable or deliberate.
What's the difference between throwing and inting?
Inting (intentional feeding) is a specific way of throwing by repeatedly dying on purpose. Throwing is the broader term for losing a won game.
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