throw to the wolves
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throw to the wolves
verb throws to the wolves · throwing to the wolves · threw to the wolves · thrown to the wolves
- To sacrifice someone, especially in an attempt to save oneself.
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To remove or cast out someone or something out of one's protection, such as onto the streets, especially towards predators.
Similar: throw to the dogs, throw to the lions
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verb sacrifice — see also throw to the lions
| Deutsch | den Wölfen zum Fraß vorwerfen |
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title = {throw to the wolves},
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urldate = {2026-11-06}
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