fly by
/ˈflaɪˌbaɪ/
noun
- A flight past a specific point, especially as part of a ceremony or display.
- We watched a fly-by of military helicopters during the parade.
- The air show ended with a dramatic fly-by of vintage warplanes.
- The pilot performed a low fly-by over the stadium to salute the crowd.
- A brief visit or encounter, especially one that is quick and superficial.
- Our trip to Paris was just a fly-by; we only saw the Eiffel Tower from the bus.
- The candidate made a quick fly-by of the local diner to shake hands.
- The celebrity's fly-by at the charity event lasted only five minutes.
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