Idiom: Fly-By-Night
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A creature which flies at night; a nocturnal flier or traveler.
One who departs or flees at night in order to avoid creditors, law enforcement etc.
Example: "Do not give your credit card number to that fly-by-night operation."
A person or business that appears and/or disappears rapidly, appearing untrustworthy, or giving an impression of transience.
A traveling businessman or tradesman.
Example Sentences
1
Be careful of doing business with that company, they are known to be fly-by-night.
2
I've heard that the mechanic down the street is a fly-by-night operation.
3
We should avoid investing in fly-by-night schemes.
4
It's important to do thorough research before purchasing from fly-by-night online retailers.
5
My friend got scammed by a fly-by-night contractor.
