fly around
1 of 1verb/flaɪ əˈraʊnd/
Forms:flies around,flying around,flew around,flown around
1
to act in a disorganized or chaotic manner
- With all the last-minute preparations for the event, her thoughts were flying around, making her anxious.
- During the busy holiday season, shoppers tend to fly around the stores, trying to find the perfect gifts.
- In the rush to pack for the trip, she started to fly around the house, trying to find her passport.
- When the unexpected emergency alarm went off, passengers in the building started to fly around in a state of confusion.
2
(of ideas, rumors, etc.) to spread widely and quickly
- News of the celebrity's engagement flew around social media within minutes.
- In the digital age, false information can easily fly around the internet.
- Rumors about the celebrity's secret wedding flew about among the fans.
- Political rumors can fly around the capital, affecting public opinion.
- The news of the upcoming event flew aroud the office, generating excitement among the employees.