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sit by

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  1. Also, sit idly by. Refrain from interfering, remain passive, as in I can't just sit by and let her get in trouble.


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I’d wager that most people seldom sit by themselves and ponder what makes them tick, what causes their engines to rev, or why they like that one specific thing.

From Salon Jun. 15, 2026

As a result, even senior Commerce officials at times sit by his office waiting or outside the building, watching for his car.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 10, 2026

Judge continued to fundraise, often using collection tins, some of which still sit by tills in businesses around Teesside.

From BBC Mar. 12, 2026

"Tourists used to love coming to see the tram and sit by the sea, why take away both?"

From Barron's Feb. 25, 2026

Exhausted from Ivan’s energetic dancing, Anya took a break with two bliny and went to sit by the bridge to her house.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack

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