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is flying
  • present progressive of fly (3rd person singular).

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According to Cecutta, Joby is flying ahead in the race.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Following the stock’s record 174% rise, which surpasses dot-com bubble records, some are questioning whether Intel is flying too close to the sun.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

The hope is that Gannon-Doak continues his recovery and is flying come Boston.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Another China-bound ship, the Cume, is owned by a Dubai entity sanctioned by the U.S. and is flying a fake Guyana flag, according to European Union database Equasis.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

His mech is flying, his metal blade wings beating so hard that they form a whirlpool in the lake’s water.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu