hurl

[hɜːl]

hurl Definition

• 1. throw (something) with great force
• 2. (of an animal) make a harsh, guttural sound in the throat

Using hurl: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hurl" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He hurled the ball across the field.

• Example

  The protesters hurled insults at the police.

• Example

  She hurled herself at the door, trying to break it down.

hurl Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hurl

• throw
• cast
• pitch
• fling
• heave

Antonyms for hurl

• catch
• receive

Phrases with hurl

• hurl abuse

  to shout insulting words at someone

  Example

  The fans hurled abuse at the referee.

• hurl oneself into something

  to start doing something with a lot of energy and enthusiasm

  Example

  After finishing her studies, she hurled herself into her career.

• hurl and skid

  a technique used in ice hockey where a player shoots the puck towards the goal and then slides on their skates to try and score

  Example

  He scored the winning goal with a perfect hurl and skid.

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Summary: hurl in Brief

To 'hurl' [hɜːl] is to throw something with great force or make a harsh, guttural sound in the throat. It can be used in various contexts, such as sports, protests, or breaking down doors. The phrase 'hurl abuse' means to shout insulting words at someone, while 'hurl oneself into something' means to start doing something with a lot of energy and enthusiasm.