be around

be around

1. To be present at or come to a certain place, usually specified by a particular time. Sorry I can't make it out to see you today! Will you be around tomorrow? Thanks for taking care of my pets while I'm away! I'll be around to collect them on Monday. Sure, I'll be around later! Come over any time after 3.
2. To exist, be relevant, or have significance, usually specified by a particular period of time. Yes, I'm still around after all these years. Printed books are just something humanity won't forget; they'll be around forever. Because of my published poetry, I will still be around after my death, which is a comforting thought.
3. To socialize with or have close physical proximity to somebody. I just feel safer when you're around. John is so pleasant to be around. Those two are just around each other too much, that's why they bicker constantly.
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