Fling Definition

fling
noun
  1. a usually brief attempt; "he took a crack at it"; "I gave it a whirl"
  2. a brief indulgence of your impulses
  3. the act of flinging
verb
  1. throw with force or recklessness; "fling the frisbee"
  2. move in an abrupt or headlong manner; "He flung himself onto the sofa"
  3. indulge oneself; "I splurged on a new TV"
  4. throw or cast away; "Put away your worries"

"Fling" in song lyrics

See how fling is used in real songs:

  • "Settin up dollars for their summer fling"
    3rd Bass — Brooklyn-Queens
  • "But all that's on my mind is a bedroom fling"
    The Bo$$ Hog Barbarians — Baby U Burnt Me
  • "Ok, So I get invited to this Birthday fling"
    The Cross Movement — Happy Birthday to Who?

Usage tips for "fling"

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