A flag 'flies' in front of the building. = There is a flag 'flying' in front of the building.
The restaurant 'made a flying start' by filling up on opening night.
After some difficult years, the company is 'flying high' again.
(..) The world thinks it can test us right now, and a full, swift show of force is the only way to remind them that our flag is still flying strong tonight. And all I'm saying is that I think there are different ways to show force. What you need to understand is the Iranians respect only one course of (..)2016 TvShow: Designated Survivor Title: Pilot Season: 1 Episode 1
(..) you any authority, Harris. We're under attack. What more authority do you want? Peter: Who do you think you are? I want the Air Force flying in minutes. Who are you to give me orders? Who are you to question them, Peter? I'm not gonna sit on my ass and hope for the best here. (..)2016 TvShow: Designated Survivor Title: Pilot Season: 1 Episode 1