\ ˈflī-bī-ˌnīt
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Definition of fly-by-night
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1
: one that seeks to evade responsibilities and especially creditors by flight
2
: one without established reputation or standing
especially
: a shaky business enterprise
fly-by-night
adjectiveDefinition of fly-by-night (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: given to making a quick profit usually by shady or irresponsible acts
2
: transitory, passing
fly-by-night fashions
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“Fly-by-night.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fly-by-night. Accessed 8 May. 2021.
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The first known use of fly-by-night was in 1822
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