hurling

Example Sentences

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Many businesses have closed, hurling more Iranians into unemployment.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

President Trump is known for hurling scathing insults at world leaders.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

When hurling down the ball with a wobbling seam rather than looking to hoop it, some deliveries jag unpredictably off the surface after pitching.

From BBC • Jan. 1, 2026

The England midfielder's 57th-minute goal prompted Emery to roar in delight before ripping off his jacket and hurling it into the air.

From Barron's • Dec. 21, 2025

The kid stared at Jake as if he were an unruly monkey hurling poo at the zoo.

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein