Flung is too harsh a word for the rush of the world. Blown is more like it, but blown by a generous, unending breath.
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In Annie Dillard's "Pilgrim at Tinker Creek," she reflects on the movement of the world around us. While the word "flung" suggests a violent or careless action, she argues that this does not accurately capture the gentle force of nature. Instead, she prefers the imagery of being "blown" by a nurturing, constant breath, which evokes a sense of serenity and softness in the natural world's dynamics. This perspective highlights the idea...
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