in passing
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He led the SEC in passing yardage, piled up 30 touchdowns and single-handedly carried Ole Miss to a historic comeback win over Georgia in the Sugar Bowl.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
Thompson has proven that so far in Chargers training camp, sprinting around defenders and maximizing his 5-foot-9, 170-pound frame in passing drills.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 9, 2026
"Even in passing, Edward's kindness and compassion have given others the precious gift of life, creating a legacy that will endure for generations," his family said.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
Lawmakers should be applauded for their bipartisan efforts in passing this bill.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
Towards the end of the proceedings, Judge de Wet had remarked in passing to Bram Fischer that the defense had generated a great deal of worldwide propaganda in the case.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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