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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
What’s certain is this baseball-crazy nation will focus on every pitch at the Tokyo Dome as two of its own look to shine. Follow me on Twitter. —Jay Paris, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025 Training is over for the day and the ground is empty, apart from groundsman Paul Chaloner and his staff beavering away on the pitch. —Richard Sutcliffe, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
Verb
But their pitching rotation is depleted, largely due to a few injuries, so the Cubs may look for a trade partner to help boost the pitching staff. —Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025 After finding a quiet spot in the woods to pitch our tents for the night and building a small fire to dry our damp shoes, Kevin reflected on his company. —Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 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
  • Another standard step in the search for WFA is a dive into reports by an agency’s inspector general or the General Accountability Office, an arm of Congress with deep expertise in examining federal agencies.
    — Stephen Engelberg, ProPublica, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Britain’s Maritime Accident Investigation Branch issued a warning last month about safety issues on Red Sea dive boats where passengers stay aboard.
    — Rania Khaled, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Definition of dive
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  • In a video shared on the official Audi FIS World Cup Instagram, Vonn is seen pumping her fists in the air and cheering along with the crowd in celebration after completing her race at the bottom of the slopes in Sun Valley.
    — Escher Walcott, People.com, 24 Mar. 2025
  • Even better: add a few days to your itinerary for visiting a wine region, like Lavaux, which has spectacular terraced slopes overlooking Lake Geneva.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
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  • When the basilica was erected, Constantinople, perched at the eastern end of the European continent and named after emperor Constantine the Great, was one of the most important capitals of Christendom.
    — Danuta Hamlin, FOXNews.com, 13 Apr. 2025
  • The two-story stone building, which also served as a church and school, was erected at a cost of $329.75.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Apr. 2025
Definition of erect
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  • The martial law attempt, which lasted about six hours before Yoon backed down in the face of parliamentary opposition and public protests, plunged the country into months of turmoil and led to the Constitutional Court removing him from the presidency this month for violating constitutional powers.
    — Joyce Lee, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Consumer confidence in the United States has plunged to levels not seen in years.
    — Joe Rennison, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Definition of plunge
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  • Combs’ defense team made arguments for delaying the trial up to two months, but the judge was not swayed.
    — KiMi Robinson, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
  • Tribal dancers stomp and sway alongside breakdancers, all in one continuous shot that becomes an anachronistic continuum of Black musical expression across the ages.
    — A.A. Dowd, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2025
Definition of sway
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  • Several viral videos have captured audiences of the blockbuster video game adaptation going wild, throwing food and drink, and trashing auditoriums.
    — Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Augusta National Golf Club throws its support behind distance restrictions of golf balls and improving the pace of play.
    — Bob Spear, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2025
Definition of throw
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  • The dogs were reported by passersby who alerted the KC Pet Project that dogs appeared to be dumped and roaming the area.
    — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 18 Apr. 2025
  • Last week brought a frenzied trading session in the bond markets as investors dumped bonds overnight—sending the 30-year Treasury yield briefly above 5 percent.
    — Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
Definition of dump
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  • Infielder David Villar was promoted from Triple-A Sacramento to take his place.
    — Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 19 Apr. 2025
  • In addition to helping with puffiness and sore muscles, it can also be used to relieve headaches, as the cold promotes blood circulation to the face and neck.
    — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
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