Hurled

To throw or fling something with great force, often with an intention of aiming or projecting it at a specific target. The action implies a forceful release, implying the use of arm or body motion, and can signify either physical action or the forceful expression of something, such as an insult or accusation. It may describe the projection of a physical object, a verbal statement, or even a person, as in metaphoric use (e.g., "hurled into the situation"). The verb captures a sense of energy, and purpose, in the action of throwing. It often implies a degree of animosity, determination, or urgency depending on context, such as a baseball thrown from a pitcher or an insult delivered with aggression.

Hurled meaning with examples

• The pitcher hurled the baseball with a velocity that broke the sound barrier, trying to achieve a strike that he badly needed. The batter, overwhelmed by the speed, barely saw the pitch before it struck his bat, achieving his single.
• Enraged by the accusation, the defendant hurled back a torrent of denials at the prosecutor, attempting to prove their innocence and casting doubt on the witness statements. This defense failed, as the prosecution had more proof.
• The protestors, fueled by anger, hurled rocks at the government building, demanding change and expressing their dissatisfaction with the current political circumstances and regime.
• Despite her fear, she hurled herself into the raging river to save the drowning child, proving that despite her fear, a strong force inside her compelled her. The bravery demonstrated would earn her a medal.
• The company's CEO, frustrated by the lack of progress, hurled his resignation at the board, expressing his disappointment and ending his association with the group.