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

Darnold didn’t waste the opportunity: He finished the season in the top five in passing yardage and touchdown throws while leading the Vikings to a 14-3 record.

From The Wall Street Journal

Delays in passing a key crypto-regulatory measure have further darkened the market’s outlook.

From The Wall Street Journal

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

Related Words

• momentarily
• quickly
• temporarily