Meaning of the word "fly around" in English

What does "fly around" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

fly around

US /flaɪ əˈraʊnd/

UK /flaɪ əˈraʊnd/

to move or travel quickly in many different directions or to many different places

Example:

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News of the scandal began to fly around the office.

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There are rumors flying around about a new policy.

Synonym:

circulate spread disperse propagate diffuse

to move through the air without a specific direction or purpose

Example:

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Leaves began to fly around in the strong wind.

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Dust particles fly around in the air when it's dry.

Synonym:

flutter swirl drift hover