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sit by

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb sit by has 1 sense
  1. sit by, sit back - be inactive or indifferent while something is happening; "Don't just sit by while your rights are violated!"
    --1 is one way to watch, look on
    Sample sentence:
    Somebody ----s

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sit by

Noun

Definition: A state or condition of remaining in a passive or inactive role.

Example sentence: I couldn't just sit by and watch as my friend was being bullied, so I stood up for her.

Verb

Definition: To be present without participating in an activity or event.

Example sentence: I decided to sit by and observe the meeting to get a better understanding of the dynamics before actively participating.

Phrasal Verb

Definition: To wait or be available for someone or something.

Example sentence: Please sit by the phone in case the doctor calls with your test results.

Adjective

Definition: Describing something that is popular or widely accepted by a particular group or community.

Example sentence: The café's sit-by Sunday brunch is a local favorite among the residents.

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