She prefers to go by the name of Alex when she's traveling.

The government scheduled several by-polls to fill vacant seats before the next general election.

When explaining evolution at the party, he joked that life goes from goo to you by way of the zoo, and everyone laughed.

Bybee presented her research at the conference.

He dropped by her apartment unannounced and left a note on the table.

After the accident, she recovered day by day, regaining strength and confidence.

The incumbent senator won the election by a landslide.

We cleared the overgrown path inch by inch, removing roots and stones as we went.

She puts by a small amount each month for emergencies.

He sets by his grandmother's advice when making difficult decisions.