as in threw
to send through the air especially with a quick forward motion of the arm
flinging rocks into the pond just for the fun of it
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Recent Examples of flung
Others got flung toward the accreting planet by collisions or close encounters with other objects, and Jupiter played a key role in that process.
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Kiona N. Smith, Space.com, 17 June 2026
During parades, the ribbons are flung out of windows along the route, creating a winding, dramatic effect.
—Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 16 June 2026
June 10 footage of lounge chairs from a rooftop pool deck being flung into traffic in Lincoln Park spread on social media, with some projectiles hitting cars in the street, according to CBS News Chicago.
—Hannah Hudnall, USA Today, 12 June 2026
Inside downtown Kansas City’s Power and Light District, fans flung their beer in the air to celebrate Mexico’s second goal in the opening match of the World Cup.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
Later on, the 2 year old flung her arms around Olympia’s neck, earning a big smile from the 8 year old.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 9 June 2026
Some are concentrated on the Museum Mile stretch of Wilshire Boulevard, others are farther flung in the hills.
—Maxwell Williams, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 June 2026
Most are flung by online trolls or aggressive attorneys and PR handlers trying to protect their clients.
—Bobby Allyn, NPR, 4 June 2026
Jacob was flung to the other side of the road, experts testified at the civil trial.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
Kiona N. Smith, Space.com, 17 June 2026
During parades, the ribbons are flung out of windows along the route, creating a winding, dramatic effect.
—Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 16 June 2026
June 10 footage of lounge chairs from a rooftop pool deck being flung into traffic in Lincoln Park spread on social media, with some projectiles hitting cars in the street, according to CBS News Chicago.
—Hannah Hudnall, USA Today, 12 June 2026
Inside downtown Kansas City’s Power and Light District, fans flung their beer in the air to celebrate Mexico’s second goal in the opening match of the World Cup.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
Later on, the 2 year old flung her arms around Olympia’s neck, earning a big smile from the 8 year old.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 9 June 2026
Some are concentrated on the Museum Mile stretch of Wilshire Boulevard, others are farther flung in the hills.
—Maxwell Williams, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 June 2026
Most are flung by online trolls or aggressive attorneys and PR handlers trying to protect their clients.
—Bobby Allyn, NPR, 4 June 2026
Jacob was flung to the other side of the road, experts testified at the civil trial.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flung
Verb
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Lopes notably threw himself in front of a Mikel Oyarzabal volley with just moments to go, a prime example of the back-four’s commitment to defend their goal.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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In the series opener, Lauer threw his four-seamer in the zone only 42% of the time, cutting his chase rate to 23%.—
Liana Handler
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
Verb
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Or other words that have been hurled at him.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
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Videos circulating social media showed objects being hurled from a rowdy crowd in the direction of the San Antonio Spurs’ 7-4 superstar after the Knicks’ historic come-from-behind win on Wednesday night.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Staying on theme, Diaz tossed her hair into a quick updo with face-framing tendrils hanging out.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
17 June 2026
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Cardboard boxes, whether filled or not, should definitely be tossed, as these attract insects of all kinds.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Do like Kendall Jenner and pair it with a black tee and sweater slung over the shoulder—or like Daisy Edgar-Jones, and pair it with a pop of color, like a lightweight red knit for a dinner al fresco.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
17 June 2026
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Bette Midler and Patti Smith sang; Lily Gladstone gave a heartfelt speech about Native American resistance; Ayo Edebiri made a surprise appearance to encourage people to vote in the midterms; and De Niro slung some other curse words at the administration while yearning for a different America.—
Kenneal Patterson,
Vanity Fair,
15 June 2026
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“Flung.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flung. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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