THROW SOMETHING OR SOMEBODY OFF

Good morning. 

Today's expression is: to throw something/somebody off

Meaning 1: to manage to get rid of something or someone that is bothering you, making you suffer, etc.

Example 1:
Despite staying at home, taking lots of vitamin C and drinking lots of liquids, Judith has not been able to throw off her horrible cold (catarro). I hope she feels better soon.

Example 2:
Sometimes when I go to bed at night, I am unable to throw off my worries, and I can't get to sleep.

Meaning 2: to quickly and carelessly remove a piece of clothing.

Example 3:
She came in from the rain and threw off her wet coat.

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Enjoy the rest of your day.