slung

Example Sentences

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As armor, Elizabeth slung a Launer handbag over her forearm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

As the two old men told their stories, a youngster brushed past them, a machete slung over his shoulder.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

In the video, Reiner has a red backpack slung over his shoulder and is wearing a black and green jacket with white stripes and a dark baseball cap.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 20, 2025

Abby Dow also claimed her 50th try in 57 Tests after Holly Aitchison's slung miss-pass exposed Scotland out wide to give the hosts a 26-3 interval lead.

From BBC • Sep. 14, 2025

“Fflewddur!” he called, while the bard, his beautiful harp slung over his shoulder, raised a hand in greeting.

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander