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sit by

Idioms  
  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

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

From Barron's Feb. 25, 2026

As a married couple, every morning before work, we sit by the pool under palm trees drinking coffee.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 26, 2025

Every night, except on the really bad day, I sit by the fire and write.

From "The Night Diary" by Veera Hiranandani

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