Fly around Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To move through the air from place to place, often with no fixed direction. It can also refer to things (like rumors or ideas) being spread or passed around quickly.
Usage & Nuances
Usually informal. Refers to both literal (birds, insects) and figurative (rumors, ideas) movement. For non-literal use, common in phrases like "rumors fly around". Do not confuse with "fly by" (move past quickly) or "fly over" (pass above something).
Example Sentences
Birds fly around the park all day.
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I saw a butterfly fly around my head.
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Many bees fly around the flowers in spring.
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Rumors about the new manager are really starting to fly around.
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You could almost feel the excitement flying around the room before the big announcement.
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After the window opened, papers started to fly around the office.
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