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expression ‘fly-by-night’, which is a way of saying that a person or especially a business is
untrustworthy.
Phil
In the last example we heard about a 'fly-by-night' job.
Feifei
Yes, so you can also use 'fly-by-night' more generally to talk about things related to
untrustworthy people or businesses. A fly-by-night company might do a fly-by- night job if you
hire them.
Phil
Now, we will definitely be here next week with another episode of 'The English We Speak' –
we're no fly-by-night operation!
Feifei
See you next time!
Phil
Bye!
