Butterflies fluttered by, painting the air with color.

Meaning: This means butterflies were flying and moving their wings quickly, making the air look colorful with their wing patterns.

Choice of Words: Butterflies are flying insects with colorful wings. Fluttered means to move or flap wings quickly. Painting means to cover or decorate with color. When you combine them, "Butterflies fluttered by, painting the air with color" describes the movement of butterflies and the beauty of their wings.

Alternative Expressions

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