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in passing

Description:

"In passing" is an idiomatic expression used to describe a brief or casual mention of something or someone during a conversation or activity. It implies that the mention is not the main focus of the conversation but more of an incidental or secondary remark.

Sample Sentences:

1. Adverb sense:

• She mentioned the accident in passing while discussing her journey to work.
• He briefly mentioned his new project in passing during the meeting.

2. Gerund sense:

• The guide informed us about the historical significance of the building in passing.
• While narrating his travel adventures, he mentioned meeting a famous celebrity in passing.

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