fly
noun
any of numerous two-winged insects of the order Diptera, especially of the family Muscidae, as the common housefly.
am flying
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present progressiveof fly (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“I am flying to the United States to strengthen the alliance with our most powerful ally, with a country that guarantees security in Europe, that especially guarantees security in our part of Europe,” Morawiecki said.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 10, 2023
“Wanting to be a good dad, I flew down with them last night and am flying back this afternoon.”
From Washington Post ● Feb. 18, 2021
Five days later he wrote on Twitter, "I keep telling my dad flying the Icon A5 low over the water is like flying a fighter jet! His response..... I am flying a fighter jet!!"
From Fox News ● Apr. 16, 2020
For a few moments, it feels as if I am flying.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 30, 2017
So much nothing that at my age, I am flying to Philly to move back in with my mother.
From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King
