1 B1 idiomatic informal
To add something extra to a deal, purchase, or arrangement at no additional cost.
"The seller agreed to toss in a set of winter tyres to clinch the car deal."
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toss in
B1 informal separable transitive
To add something casually or as an extra, either in a conversation or as part of a deal.
In plain English
To add something extra in a relaxed or casual way.
What does "toss in" mean?
3 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 B1 idiomatic informal
To contribute a comment, idea, or remark casually in a conversation.
"She tossed in a joke halfway through the presentation that made everyone laugh."
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3 A2 neutral
To physically throw something into a space or container.
"He tossed his dirty clothes in the hamper without looking."
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Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To throw something into a container or space.
Actually means
To add something extra in a relaxed or casual way.
Usage tip
Used both literally (to throw something into a container) and figuratively (to add a comment or extra item). In a commercial context, it means to include something extra at no charge. In conversation, it means to interject a comment or suggestion casually.
Words that pair with "toss in"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
comment suggestion idea extra bonus remark
How to conjugate "toss in"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
toss in
I/you/we/they
3rd person
tosses in
he/she/it
Past simple
tossed in
yesterday
Past participle
tossed in
have + pp
-ing form
tossing in
continuous
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