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FLING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Fling.

How to pronounce fling:

US

Fling - as a noun

A usually brief attempt

Example: "He took a crack at it"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
goofferpasswhirl

A brief indulgence of your impulses

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
spree
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
intemperanceintemperatenessself-indulgence
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of flinging

Fling - as a verb

Throw with force or recklessness

Example: "Fling the frisbee"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
throw
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Move in an abrupt or headlong manner

Example: "He flung himself onto the sofa"

Indulge oneself

Example: "I splurged on a new tv"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
splurge

Example Sentences

"She had a brief fling with him during her vacation."
"Their fling lasted for only a couple of weeks before they decided to end it."
"He was known for having numerous flings with different women."
"Their fling was nothing serious, just a casual affair."
"After the breakup, he entered into a fling with his coworker."
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Word Game Points

Is FLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is FLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is FLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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