hurtle

Example Sentences

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But back in Cortina, one man is still watching visitors hurtle down racecourses, ski jumps and bobsled tracks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

The 2010 Olympic downhill champion made the difference particularly in the second half of the race, taking very direct turns to gain more speed than the others and hurtle towards the finish line.

From Barron's • Jan. 10, 2026

The candidates, once leading characters in the American story, hurtle back into supporting roles or relative obscurity.

From Slate • Dec. 18, 2024

As we hurtle towards Mariah Carey's most lucrative holiday, families all over the UK will be pressing play on Christmas films such as Love Actually to get themselves into the festive spirit.

From BBC • Nov. 18, 2024

The only thing that matters is the forward thrust and the way I feel as I hurtle toward the Great Manifesto.

From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven