English Expression · Intermediate
fly by
To pass or go past quickly, often without much interaction
Pronunciation: say fly by
Meaning
To pass or go past quickly, often without much interaction
Example
I like to sit and watch the world fly by.
I like to sit and watch the world fly by.
Practice tips
- Practice fly by out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.