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hurled

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈhɝɫd// UK //hˈɜːld// hurled

v. to throw something with a lot of force, usually because you are angry or in a hurry.

v. past tense and past participle of 'hurl'; refers to the act of throwing an object with great force or violence.


SIMPLE

He hurled the ball across the field.

CONTEXTUAL

During the protest, several people hurled insults at the passing cars while others held up signs.

COMPLEX

The storm was so powerful that it hurled heavy debris against the side of the house, shattering several windows in the process.

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Usage

The verb is transitive and requires a direct object; often used with a prepositional phrase indicating direction.

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