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Fly by night
Nov 14, 2023
Learn about the meaning and origins of the phrase 'fly by night' and how to identify and avoid untrustworthy individuals or businesses.
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- Fly by night refers to untrustworthy organizations or people who disappear overnight, often leaving debts unpaid.
- The term 'fly by night' can be used to describe unreliable or untrustworthy companies, individuals, or poorly done jobs.
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Definition of fly by night
Fly by night is an adjective used to describe organizations and people who are difficult to trust. It originated from companies that would disappear overnight, taking the money they owed. It is often used before a noun. For example, if someone bought a second-hand car and the company disappeared, you can ask if they are a fly by night company. The term can also be used more generally to refer to unreliable or untrustworthy companies or people, and it is advised to avoid them.
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