Is a thrown object really flying?

A thrown object is considered to be flying in a general sense because it is moving through the air. However, technically, "flying" often refers to the sustained, controlled flight of an object, like a bird or an airplane, which uses lift to remain airborne. A thrown object, on the other hand, is subject to gravity and will eventually fall back to the ground unless it reaches sufficient speed and altitude to achieve sustained flight. Thus, while it can be described as flying temporarily, it lacks the characteristics of sustained flight.