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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
  • In this way, a fence was erected, but purely for certain people.
    — Michael Luo, New Yorker, 20 May 2025
  • These weren’t hastily erected barracks or rows of identical homes.
    — Eran Ben-Joseph, The Conversation, 19 May 2025
Definition of erect
Verb
  • In the meantime, however, Lake has plunged back into slashing the ranks of the workforce, with hundreds of contract employees let go for a second time over the past weekend.
    — David Folkenflik, NPR, 22 May 2025
  • King will play one of Bullock’s daughters, the one who discovers the dark family secrets and her own dark powers, plunging the family into a crisis.
    — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 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
  • Its steering is tight and precise, and throwing its 1,800kg mass around bends is heaps of fun thanks to its grippy tyres.
    — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
  • Then shortstop Anthony Volpe fielded a grounder but made a throwing error trying for an out at third base.
    — Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 29 May 2025
Definition of throw
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  • Chief Technology Officer Shyam Sankar sold about $21 million worth of Palantir stock, while co-founder and president Stephen Cohen dumped about $43.5 million in shares.
    — Samantha Subin, CNBC, 23 May 2025
  • Followers can feel like a kind of currency, built up over years: Some people don’t leave the bar, because they’re invested and don’t want to dump their shares.
    — Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 23 May 2025
Definition of dump
Verb
  • Teens running social media accounts, promoting school events, or launching small ventures can immediately implement these strategies.
    — Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
  • To take Bregman’s place on the roster, the Red Sox promoted top infield prospect Marcelo Mayer, who started at third base and batted sixth in the second game of Saturday’s doubleheader.
    — Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 25 May 2025
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