fly at

phrase

Synonyms of fly atnext
: to assail suddenly and violently
He flew at me in a rage.

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The jets flew at roughly 1,400 feet above ground level, producing a roar that was heard across downtown, Land Park and Rosemont, according to readers who contacted The Sacramento Bee. Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026 To honor Pahira, Shapiro ordered the flags to fly at half-staff. Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 1 July 2026 Advances in engineering and flying at high altitudes can mitigate noise and avoid the rattling blast of a sonic boom. Editorial Board, Washington Post, 1 July 2026

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“Fly at.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fly%20at. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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