in passing

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Definition of in passingnext
as in en passant
by way of interjection or digression Alfred mentioned in passing that he used to be a flight instructor.

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Recent Examples of in passing Cornerback play was a weakness for TCU last season, as the Horned Frogs finished 14th out of 16 Big 12 teams in passing defense. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Aug. 2026 An almost offhanded mention of suicide in passing is as close to heavy-handed as things get. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2026 Brees ranks second all time in passing yards, completions and touchdowns and retired in 2020. — Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026 The Orlando Storm quarterback led the UFL in passing yards (2,188), ranked second in touchdowns through the air (17) and threw just one interception in 2025. — Miami Herald, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in passing

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“In passing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/in%20passing. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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