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fling

[flɪŋ]

fling Definition

  • 1throw or hurl forcefully
  • 2a short period of enjoyment or wild behavior

Using fling: Examples

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

  • Example

    He flung the ball across the field.

  • Example

    She flung her arms around his neck.

  • Example

    They had a brief fling during college.

  • Example

    He went on a fling in Las Vegas last weekend.

fling Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using fling

  • something that initially shows great promise but ultimately fails to meet expectations

    Example

    The new restaurant was a fling in the pan, with lots of buzz at first but quickly losing customers due to poor service.

  • to make damaging accusations or criticisms about someone

    Example

    During the election, both candidates flung mud at each other, making it hard for voters to know who to trust.

  • to suddenly reveal or expose something

    Example

    The company flung open the doors on their new product line, surprising everyone with their innovative designs.

Phrases with fling

  • to have a brief sexual relationship with someone

    Example

    She had a fling with her coworker while on a business trip.

  • to act without considering the consequences

    Example

    After years of playing it safe, she decided to fling caution to the wind and start her own business.

  • to become deeply involved in an activity or pursuit

    Example

    After her divorce, she flung herself into her work to distract herself from the pain.

Origins of fling

from Old Norse 'flengja', meaning 'to whip'

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Summary: fling in Brief

The term 'fling' [flɪŋ] can be used as a verb to mean throwing or hurling something forcefully, or as a noun to describe a short period of enjoyment or wild behavior. It can also refer to a brief sexual relationship, as in 'They had a brief fling during college.' Phrases like 'fling caution to the wind' and 'fling oneself into something' denote acting without considering the consequences and becoming deeply involved in an activity or pursuit, respectively.