Meanings
How to pronounce "on the fly":
AU
While in the air, without having touched the ground.
Example: "Jones caught the ball on the fly."
Spontaneously or extemporaneously; done as one goes, or during another activity.
Example: "The software program has a table of values for some results, but calculates others on the fly."
Example Sentences
1
He was able to fix the issue on the fly during the live performance.
2
I usually come up with my best ideas on the fly.
3
The chef prepared the dish on the fly, without following a recipe.
4
She adjusted her presentation on the fly to accommodate for the new information.
5
The CEO made important decisions on the fly without consulting anyone.