in passing

Idioms  

1. Incidentally, by the way, as in “It may be remarked in passing” (Charlotte Brontë, Shirley, 1849). [Mid-1800s]

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Example Sentences

Texas lawmakers take pride in passing a budget; almost all of us saw it as a top priority every legislative session.

From The Wall Street Journal

We see each other in passing on the Ranch, and some entire days go by where I don’t see her beyond mealtimes in the caf.

From Literature

The most infamous of these figures is Thierry Breton, who was instrumental in passing the DSA while on the European Commission.

From The Wall Street Journal

In his first season in Durham, Mensah led the ACC in passing and was the engine of a team that won nine games, including the ACC title over Virginia.

From The Wall Street Journal

Williams’ NIL deal with Washington for 2026 was estimated at $4 million, a reasonable number for a quarterback who was among the top 15 nationally in passing efficiency, passing yards and yards per attempt.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• momentarily
• quickly
• temporarily