fling

Example Sentences

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"They will get out, but not like people think. It's not as if they're going to fling the doors open like a bull run."

From Barron's • Jan. 10, 2026

The fact that he turns blue from overexertion makes him unlikely to seriously pursue a fling.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025

Smith tried to drag a pull around the corner only for Jacks, at backward square leg, to fling himself to his right and cling on with his right hand.

From BBC • Dec. 5, 2025

The discovery focuses on rare natural glass called tektites, which form when a meteorite hits Earth with enough force to melt the surface and fling molten material vast distances.

From Science Daily • Oct. 16, 2025

I was about ready to fling open the door of my cage and escape when the door opened and in walked the principal, Mr. Morales.

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney