Hurtle: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe something moving very quickly, often in an uncontrollable or dangerous manner.

• The car hurtled down the highway at breakneck speed
• The meteor hurtled towards Earth

Used to describe moving quickly, often in a controlled or deliberate manner.

• The car sped down the road
• He sped through his homework so he could play outside

Typically used to describe a projectile moving quickly through the air. It can also describe someone or something moving quickly in another context. Has a more sudden connotation.

• The arrow shot through the air
• She shot out of the room when she heard the news

Commonly used to describe the action of something moving through the air. It can also be used metaphorically to describe moving quickly.

• The bird flew across the sky
• Time flies when you're having fun

Informally used to describe moving quickly, often making a humming or buzzing sound. Can be used for real and figurative movement.

• The motorcycle zoomed past us
• My mind was zooming with ideas

This word is best used when describing something moving rapidly and uncontrollably, often with a sense of danger or impending collision.

• The car hurtled down the highway, narrowly avoiding parked vehicles
• A rock hurtled past us as we climbed the mountain

Best used for situations where there is a sense of urgency or haste, often involving being late or needing to hurry.

• I rushed to finish my homework before the deadline
• The nurse rushed to the patient's bedside

This is suitable for describing a sudden and quick movement, frequently used in everyday situations.

• She dashed out of the house to catch the bus
• He made a quick dash to the store before it closed

Ideal for describing a short, fast run, typically in sports or physical activities.

• He sprinted towards the finish line to win the race
• We sprinted to catch the last train home

Use this word when describing a fast and often aggressive movement towards something, commonly in the context of battles or competitions.

• The soldiers charged at the enemy lines with fierce determination
• The bull charged at the matador during the bullfight