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).
And has no root in himself, but is for a time; and there being pressure or expulsion for the word, straightly is he offended.
And when ye hear of wars and tumults, be not terrified: for these must first be; but the end 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 ye, be not deceived: for many shall come in my name,. saying, That I am; and the time has drawn near: therefore go not after them.