fling

An act of throwing, often violently.

An act of moving the limbs or body with violent movements, especially in a dance.

the fling of a horse

An act or period of unrestrained indulgence, enthusiasm, or both.

When I was as young as you, I had my fling. I led a life of pleasure.

"I am inclined to go and have a fling with them. Why not all of us — just for a minute or two — it will not detain us long?"

A short romantic, oftentimes sexual, relationship.

a summer fling

I had a fling with a girl I met on holiday.

An attempt, a try.

give it a fling

To throw with violence or quick movement; to hurl.

'Tis Fate that casts the Dice, and as she flings, Of Kings makes Pedants, and of Pedants Kings.

I know thy generous temper well. / Fling but the appearance of dishonour on it, / It straight takes fire.

To move (oneself) abruptly or violently; to rush or dash.

And crop-full, out of doors he flings.

I see, sir, said I, I see what a man I am with. […] And away I flung, leaving him seemingly vexed, and in confusion.

To throw; to wince; to flounce.

The horse flung most potently, making his heels fly aloft in the air.

To utter abusive language; to sneer.

The scold began to flout and fling.

A surname.