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tossing

/ˈtɒsɪŋ/ adjective C2
  1. Used to disparage or curse someone or something. (colloquial) · I can't get this tossing program to work.
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“Yes,” said Diana, tossing her head, “but I’m sure he doesn’t like Julia Bell so very much.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 110 · C1
Akela, the grim old wolf who had never asked for mercy in his life, gave one piteous look at Mowgli as the boy stood all naked, his long black hair tossing over his shoulders in the light of the blazing branch that made the shadows jump and quiver.
The Jungle Book, p. 25 · B2
While the Duchess sang the second verse of the song, she kept tossing the baby violently up and down, and the poor little thing howled so, that Alice could hardly hear the words:—
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, p. 43 · B2
“Of course you don’t!” the Hatter said, tossing his head contemptuously.
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, p. 52 · B2

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