Action-Packed Terminology

noun a sudden or headlong rush or movement

verb to move or fall with great speed and force; to rush violently

• The meteor hurtled through the atmosphere at an incredible speed.
• The car was hurtling down the highway, way over the speed limit.
• I saw him hurtle past me on his skateboard, he was going so fast!
• Emotions can hurtle through your mind like a speeding train, overwhelming you in an instant.

adjective describing something as lively, exciting, or full of energy

• The rip-roaring success of the new product launch exceeded our expectations.
• Last night's party was absolutely rip-roaring, everyone had a great time.
• The concert was so rip-roaring, the energy in the crowd was amazing.
• The storm outside was rip-roaring, with thunder and lightning filling the sky.