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Phrasal verbs starting with "fly"

9 phrasal verbs use this verb

fly apart
B2

To suddenly break into pieces that scatter in different directions, often violently.

fly at
B2

To suddenly attack someone physically or verbally with great force and anger.

fly by
B1

To pass very quickly — used for time, vehicles, or events.

fly in
A2

To arrive somewhere by aircraft, or to transport someone or something by air.

fly into
B1

To arrive at a destination by air; or to suddenly enter a strong emotional state.

fly off
B1

To detach and move through the air suddenly; to depart quickly; or to lose one's temper.

fly out
A2

To depart from a place by aircraft; or to transport someone or something away by air.

fly up
B1

To move rapidly upward through the air; or to travel by air to a place.

fly upon
C1

To rush at and attack something or someone suddenly; or to seize upon something eagerly (archaic/literary).