How to Use "By" with Example Sentences

by (prep): from; next to; through the way of; past

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Example sentences:

"The book was written by a good friend."

"I put the keys by the front door."

"We drove by the construction site."

"Are you going home by bus?"

"We are traveling by train."

"Please come sit by me."

"I received an invitation by mail."

by (adv): near; close to

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Used with verbs:

"My parents stood by just in case I need help."
(stood)

"I didn't see them pass by."
(pass, walk, run, go)

"Time is flying by."
(be + flying, be + zooming, be + speeding)