1
as in to scurry
to proceed or move quickly
the probe hurtled through space to its destination: Jupiter
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2
as in to throw
to send through the air especially with a quick forward motion of the arm
competitors taking turns hurtling their javelins down the field
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Recent Examples of hurtle
For his characters, trapped in a flying tin can hurtling through space, life is far from communal — despite the fact that they’re expected to build a new colony together.
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Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 7 Mar. 2025
America is hurtling toward the loss of its democratic institutions and the establishment of an authoritarian state where there will be no civil discussion of these issues at all: That’s what a principled opposition must fight with its full might.
—Garry Kasparov, The Atlantic, 17 Apr. 2025
While the bar for future cuts appears high given that inflation is poised to rise as growth slows, signs that the economy is hurtling toward a recession could change the central bank’s approach.
—Colby Smith, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
The twister, packing winds of 120 mph, was strong enough to lift a school bus and hurtle it into the Winterboro gym.
—Ginger Zee, ABC News, 17 Mar. 2025
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Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 7 Mar. 2025
America is hurtling toward the loss of its democratic institutions and the establishment of an authoritarian state where there will be no civil discussion of these issues at all: That’s what a principled opposition must fight with its full might.
—Garry Kasparov, The Atlantic, 17 Apr. 2025
While the bar for future cuts appears high given that inflation is poised to rise as growth slows, signs that the economy is hurtling toward a recession could change the central bank’s approach.
—Colby Smith, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
The twister, packing winds of 120 mph, was strong enough to lift a school bus and hurtle it into the Winterboro gym.
—Ginger Zee, ABC News, 17 Mar. 2025
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Their eyes are more sensitive to movement, so fast-moving visuals—like scurrying mice—are particularly engaging.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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Dismounting, the ship’s captain unlocked the outer gate, and his men scurried into the courtyard, squeezing through the small door that led into the gunpowder room.—
Andrew Lawler,
Smithsonian Magazine,
2 Apr. 2025
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The cherry blossom motif wallpaper, floral curtains, and throw blanket are all from Pierre Frey, while the four-poster bed is made by Porte Italia.—
Laura May Todd,
Architectural Digest,
23 Apr. 2025
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The collection includes more than 200 items, including a wide range of bedding, bath towels and accessories, pillows, and throw blankets.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Apr. 2025
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Jeanty was a Heisman finalist after leading Division I with 2,601 rushing yards and averaging 7.0 yards per carry.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2025
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His 1,060 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns led the Buckeyes last season.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2025
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The massive Ford Raptor truck then reverses away from the lot, hurling Sloan to the ground.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
21 Apr. 2025
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Then, as Ventura was motionless on the floor, Combs appears to kick her and later hurls an object from a table at her.—
Liam Quinn,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 17 sped to a strong finish on MTV.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2025
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Nose Mode, for instance, prompts you to hold the camera between your teeth and results in caricature-like videos where your head is enormous, your body is shrunken, and your movements are sped up.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
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Just keep in mind that not all finishes are dishwasher safe, so check before tossing it in.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
30 Apr. 2025
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Heat president Pat Riley has always sought to follow up a big splash by tossing another boulder into the pond.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Ron hurried to change positions before the tom flew down.—
Thomas Weddle,
Outdoor Life,
17 Apr. 2025
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Traders in January hurried to build up inventories ahead of tariffs, according to a recent USA TODAY analysis.—
Dian Zhang,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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Johnston flung the puck on net from just below the goal line and somehow squeezed it past a stunned Mackenzie Blackwood, giving Dallas an almost immediate 1-0 lead.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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It can be languidly started Wednesday or Thursday and ready to be flung on Friday or Saturday.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Hurtle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hurtle. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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