fling off
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Definition
Verb: - To write or produce something, especially a short piece of writing, very quickly and with little effort.
Usage
This verb is used to describe the act of composing a text, such as a note, letter, or message, in a rapid, often casual or effortless manner. It implies speed and a lack of prolonged deliberation.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- The phrase often carries a connotation of the task being done easily or as a minor, routine action, sometimes without deep thought or careful editing.
Variants and Related Words
- Dash off: A very common synonym with identical meaning and usage.
- Scratch off: (informal) Another synonym meaning to write something quickly.
- Knock off: (informal) Can be used similarly in contexts of creating something quickly, especially writing.
Synonyms
- Dash off
- Scratch off
- Jot down
- Write hurriedly
Related Phrasal Verbs
- Fling together: To assemble or create something quickly and roughly.
- He flung together a presentation the night before the conference.
Verb
- write quickly
- She dashed off a note to her husband saying she would not be home for supper
- He scratched off a thank-you note to the hostess