How to Use sling in a Sentence

sling

1 of 2 verb
Definition of slingnext
Synonyms for slingnext
  • Medvedev pulled Djokovic wide, then slung the ball down the line.
    — Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 11 Sep. 2023
  • Moss was struck by how tiny the space was, and the tightness of the straps slung over the gurney.
    — Emma Goldberg Desiree Rios, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2024
  • And ever a fan of the pop of red, Lawrence slung her red knit sweater over her arm.
    — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 24 Jan. 2024
  • Moreno slung the belt over his shoulder as both balled up fists.
    — Bryce Miller, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2023
  • It can be slung over doors, placed in the middle of a room, or even hung from the ceiling.
    — Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 20 Sep. 2023
  • Nolan Hartl found the net first for the Rangers, followed by Salmon, who slung the ball from far center field to cut the deficit to one.
    — Jenna Malinowski, Detroit Free Press, 10 June 2023
  • Amazon is slinging out deals left and right for Prime Day 2023.
    — Laura L. Davis, USA TODAY, 11 July 2023
  • Fontenot came up from behind and slung an arm over his shoulders.
    — Yiren Lu, New York Times, 31 May 2023
  • Chigurh pulled in behind him and shut off the engine and slung the tank across his shoulder and stepped out.
    — Chris Koseluk, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 June 2023
  • The students listen to him and applaud; they are used to men who speak in such ways with guns slung over their shoulders.
    — Jeffrey Fleishman, Los Angeles Times, 13 Nov. 2023
  • On the sidelines of a game against Moody, Propst slung his headset at a player — his own son — breaking the equipment.
    — Kyle Whitmire | [email protected], al, 29 Aug. 2023
  • On weekends, the family would get a spot at the Truck Yard in The Colony and work long days slinging tacos from the crowded, hot belly of the truck.
    — Claire Ballor, Dallas News, 24 May 2023
  • For the most part, people walk off the slopes with their skis slung over their shoulders and head straight to après; there's no need to change clothes or freshen up.
    — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 5 Oct. 2023
  • Bags were also replete with foxtails, and slung across the body or under the shoulder.
    — Kevin Leblanc, ELLE, 21 Feb. 2023
  • The couple was seen laughing and smiling, with Davis' arm slung over Benson's leg.
    — Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 5 May 2023
  • Opposite the stage is a large lounge area with fireplaces and reading nooks, with a bar slinging cocktails for the adults and slushies for the kids.
    — Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2024
  • Others appear to have bolder ideas, like the man who was spotted in the Loch Ness gift shop, a wooden sword slung over his back.
    — Jennifer Hassan, Washington Post, 27 Aug. 2023
  • Some of the men had guns slung across their backs and sped around the city in tan-colored pickup trucks, often moving in pairs or larger groups.
    — Barbara Debout, Washington Post, 18 Sep. 2023
  • My one-year-old sat in her high chair, squishing banana between her fingers and slinging wet chunks to the ground.
    — Carola Lovering, Vogue, 5 Feb. 2024
  • People had fleece blankets slung over their heads, travel pillows and puffer jackets to stave off the light chill.
    — Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2023
  • Throughout all of this shapeshifting, Holmes’s APC handbag remains a constant, slung over the shoulder like a bit of cloth on a trusty bindle stick.
    — Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 15 Aug. 2023
  • She was photographed with her husband, Dax Shepard, wearing a cozy fall look with a black leather purse slung across her body over a long camel coat.
    — Tanisha Pina, Peoplemag, 10 Nov. 2023
  • With her blonde hair blowing in the wind and a stack of shopping bags slung over her shoulder, Silverstone’s 2023 version is so spot on.
    — Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 4 Oct. 2023
  • The lightweight Kavu Rope Sling Bag is designed to be comfortably slung over one shoulder or worn as a crossbody.
    — Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2023
  • The singer sported an all-black ensemble with some silver sparkle — a red-and-white jacket was slung over her shoulder.
    — Faris Tanyos, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2024
  • The idea would be to replace the large jet engines slung under the wings with many smaller electric motors arranged across the leading edge of the wings or even on the fuselage.
    — IEEE Spectrum, 19 June 2023
  • Arms slung over the dugout fence, faces clenched, Oregon’s baseball players were a classic portrait of defeat.
    — oregonlive, 12 June 2023
  • Burrow went through his typical pregame progression of throws, going all the way up to slinging 50-yard deep balls down the field.
    — Charlie Goldsmith, The Enquirer, 11 Aug. 2023
  • Today the city boasts bars that have been in business since the 1870s, speakeasies slinging cocktails by award-winning bartenders and gritty dive bars.
    — Rebecca Treon, Chron, 24 Mar. 2023
  • One by one, the children took turns slinging jumbo marshmallows at the poster, aiming to strike the giant in his forehead just as David did in the Bible passage.
    — Mike Hixenbaugh, NBC News, 25 Mar. 2024
Advertisement

sling

2 of 2 noun
  • The dad-of-two even posed for photos in the brand's new sport sling.
    — Candace McDuffie, Peoplemag, 9 Feb. 2023
  • The video shows Volkov with his arm bandaged and in a sling.
    — USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2024
  • The baby slept in a sling wrapped around the doula’s torso.
    — Thuc Nhi Nguyen staff Writer follow, Los Angeles Times, 26 Feb. 2023
  • Using the parchment paper as a sling, lift the cake out of the pan.
    — Lisa Yockelson, BostonGlobe.com, 2 May 2023
  • The Last of Us star walked the red carpet at the 2024 Golden Globes — with his arm in a black sling.
    — Devan Coggan, EW.com, 7 Jan. 2024
  • Volkov appeared on the broadcast with his arm in a sling.
    — Robyn Dixon, Washington Post, 17 Mar. 2024
  • Tre’mon Morris-Brash, who was spotted at the game with his left arm in a sling.
    — Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2023
  • Fold the foil in half and line the basket from the bottom of the basket up to the sides to resemble a makeshift sling.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2023
  • The sling is made of pre-shrunk durable canvas and the Venice blue version is inspired by the blue sky and ocean of Venice Beach.
    — Lisa Boonestaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2022
  • Thomas returned to the Sun’s bench for the last few minutes of the game, still in her uniform but wearing a sling.
    — Alexa Philippou, courant.com, 23 Sep. 2020
  • These options all come with sturdy and stylish straps that are long enough to wear like a purse or a sling.
    — Rudie Obias, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Sep. 2023
  • But last week, Ewers was seen without a sling on his arm in pregame warmups.
    — Dallas News, 22 Sep. 2022
  • Caregivers position the sling on one shoulder and place the baby in the pouch.
    — Maya Polton Updated, Parents, 11 July 2023
  • Caleb with a sling to the right sideline, always within inches of a pick six.
    — Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2023
  • Starting strong safety Kam Curl missed practice and had his right arm in a cast and a sling.
    — Stephen Whyno, ajc, 31 Aug. 2022
  • The compromise of my grades, because of this, would cause a huge scandal and, frankly, my butt would be in a sling.
    — Charles Tiefer, Forbes, 7 May 2023
  • This award season, Pascal has worn a sling as part of his red carpet looks.
    — Carolyn Burt, Orange County Register, 16 Jan. 2024
  • Expect to pay $40 to $80 for high-end wraps and slings and mid-range structured carriers.
    — Bre Richey, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2023
  • Attach the other end of the adjustable sling to a silicon lash point on the bottom of the bag that can handle up to 33 pounds.
    — Kari Bodnarchuk, BostonGlobe.com, 31 May 2023
  • His shoulder was still hurting and in a makeshift sling, his hands were sliced up, and his foot resembled a war zone.
    — Dalton Ross, EW.com, 2 Mar. 2023
  • Save on carry-on and checked luggage from the brand, as well as travel essentials like the Metro sling.
    — Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Nov. 2023
  • Your favorite anti-L.A. barb may not be here, for there are hundreds of these slings and slaggings.
    — Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2023
  • Speed of our agreements, speed of our delivery to strengthen our sling.
    — NBC News, 19 Feb. 2023
  • There are so many more backpacks, crossbody bags, phone slings, and more to stay hands-free for any occasion.
    — Nicola Fumo, Peoplemag, 8 Aug. 2023
  • Our tester loved how the chair folds up and fits into a compact bag with a sling that was easy to throw over their shoulder for carrying to and from the beach.
    — Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2023
  • When Auburn came out of the locker room at halftime, Moore had his right arm in a sling, and the team officially ruled out a return against the Rebels.
    — Tom Green | [email protected], al, 10 Jan. 2023
  • Select tote bags, mini backpacks, and sling bags are up to 30 percent off.
    — Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Nov. 2023
  • This was followed by a shot of Willis and Thomas wearing big smiles as Willis cradles their daughter in a baby sling.
    — Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 24 Nov. 2023
  • Pepé put me in a sling that dangled underneath the helicopter.
    — Svati Kirsten Narula, Outside Online, 11 Oct. 2022
  • Do soldiers have javelins, slings, light armor or heavy armor?
    — Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 25 Jan. 2024

Some of these examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'sling.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Last Updated: