2 occurrences in 2 dictionaries
Reference: By And By
Hastings
In AV 'by and by' means immediately, not as now after some time. Thus Lu 21:8 'the end is not by and by' (RV 'immediately').
immediately (Mt 13:21; R.V., "straightway;" Lu 21:9).
but it has no root in him, but is temporary; and tribulation or persecution arising on account of the word, immediately he is offended.
And when ye may hear of wars and commotions, be not affrighted: for it behooveth these things first to take place; but the end is not immediately.
In AV 'by and by' means immediately, not as now after some time. Thus Lu 21:8 'the end is not by and by' (RV 'immediately').
And He said, See that you are not deceived. For many will come in my name, saying, I am He; and The time is at hand: go ye not after them.