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noun

Definition of pitchnext
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as in dive
an act or instance of diving the daring pitch of the escaped prisoner into the swirling ocean waters at the base of the cliff

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as in slope
the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon the steep pitch of the roof makes it too dangerous to walk on

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pitch

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verb

1
as in to erect
to fix in an upright position needed help pitching a tent

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as in to plunge
to cast oneself head first into deep water when a wave hit the float, I lost my balance and pitched into the lake

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as in to sway
to make a series of unsteady side-to-side motions the ship pitched in the choppy sea

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as in to throw
to send through the air especially with a quick forward motion of the arm pitched the baseball almost 50 feet

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as in to dump
to get rid of as useless or unwanted we decided to pitch that whole system and start over again

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as in to promote
to provide publicity for the cutting-edge ad agency was hired to pitch our products to a younger generation of consumers

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as in to slope
to set or cause to be at an angle the roof should be pitched steeply enough to prevent an excessive accumulation of snow

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How is the word pitch distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of pitch are cast, fling, hurl, sling, throw, and toss. While all these words mean "to cause to move swiftly through space by a propulsive movement or a propelling force," pitch suggests throwing carefully at a target.

pitch horseshoes

When could cast be used to replace pitch?

The synonyms cast and pitch are sometimes interchangeable, but cast usually implies lightness in the thing thrown and sometimes a scattering.

cast it to the winds

When would fling be a good substitute for pitch?

The words fling and pitch can be used in similar contexts, but fling stresses a violent throwing.

flung the ring back in his face

In what contexts can hurl take the place of pitch?

Although the words hurl and pitch have much in common, hurl implies power as in throwing a massive weight.

hurled himself at the intruder

When is it sensible to use sling instead of pitch?

In some situations, the words sling and pitch are roughly equivalent. However, sling stresses either the use of whirling momentum in throwing or directness of aim.

slung the bag over his shoulder

Where would throw be a reasonable alternative to pitch?

The words throw and pitch are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, throw is general and interchangeable with the other terms but may specifically imply a distinctive motion with bent arm.

can throw a fastball and a curve

When can toss be used instead of pitch?

The meanings of toss and pitch largely overlap; however, toss suggests a light or careless or aimless throwing and may imply an upward motion.

tossed the coat on the bed

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Recent Examples of pitch
Noun
The next batter, catcher Connor Kaiser, laced a 3-2 pitch into the right centerfield gap. —Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025 Children’s Mercy patients will throw out the ceremonial first pitch to the six Big Slick hosts before the game. —Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 26 May 2025
Verb
The season has been marked by clubhouse drama surrounding franchise slugger Rafael Devers, notable steps back for several younger players like Jarren Duran and poor performances throughout the pitching staff. —Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025 Right-hander Tylor Megill pitched into the sixth inning, but loaded the bases with two outs. —Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 28 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for pitch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pitch
  1. dive
  2. slope
  3. erect
  4. plunge
  5. sway
  6. throw
  7. dump
  8. promote
Noun
  • SeaWorld dives in SeaWorld Orlando presents several seasonal activities under its Summer Spectacular umbrella.
    — Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 May 2025
  • On Friday evening, the Placer County Sheriff’s office dive team recovered what is believed to be the man’s body.
    — Nicole Nixon, Sacbee.com, 25 May 2025
Definition of dive
Noun
  • Fortunately, the view from the top still hits me like a surprise every time: the hills of Mexico to the south, the coastline to the west, the miles of undeveloped slopes and valleys to the north.
    — Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2025
  • According to new research published Monday in the journal Nature Communications, these slopes are dry, likely due to layers of fine dust suddenly sliding off steep terrain.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 20 May 2025
Definition of slope
Verb
  • According to the lawsuit, the Williamses erected a shed against the church’s fence.
    — Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 30 May 2025
  • The regular season is winding down this month, but the Summer for the City festival is coming up, and a crew is erecting a stage near the central fountain.
    — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 30 May 2025
Definition of erect
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  • Any amount of sustained rain, much less a hurricane in what’s expected to be a busy season, can plunge the nation into more distress.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 June 2025
  • Even as her job at The Dial plunged her deeper into the heart of Transcendentalism, Fuller began to separate herself from the movement.
    — James Marcus, New Yorker, 2 June 2025
Definition of plunge
Verb
  • Though extremely skeptical at first, the author was later swayed by the woman’s proof (photos, cards and bank statements) and behavior.
    — Bailey Richards, People.com, 24 May 2025
  • During the recent interview, the 47-year-old also reflected on owning a strip club and how that didn’t sway his determination to maintain a loving relationship.
    — Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 23 May 2025
Definition of sway
Verb
  • First pitches throughout the season are now often thrown by celebrities or locally important people.
    — Sophie Clark, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025
  • The Justice Department is also throwing its support behind a pending lawsuit alleging similar violations of girls’ rights in the Riverside Unified School District, said U.S. Atty.
    — Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2025
Definition of throw
Verb
  • Tracking collared bears revealed that bears were being lured into traffic danger by a roadside pit where the Ministry of Transportation was dumping roadkill.
    — Lesley Evans Ogden, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 May 2025
  • Off the northwestern coast of Africa, scientists aboard a research vessel pulled up the trawling net and dumped their catch onto the deck.
    — Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 23 May 2025
Definition of dump
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  • Teens running social media accounts, promoting school events, or launching small ventures can immediately implement these strategies.
    — Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
  • The Royals promoted Caglianone to Triple-A Omaha a week ago — Sunday, May 18.
    — Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 25 May 2025
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“Pitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pitch. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.

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