passing remark

Frequency: 6.89.5 per million words

a comment made quickly without much thought

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Examples (10)

  • His passing remark about the project left everyone confused.
  • She didn't intend to offend; it was just a passing remark.
  • Ignoring his passing remark was difficult, but necessary.
  • It was a mere passing remark, not a serious suggestion.
  • He regretted the passing remark as soon as it left his lips.
  • The teacher dismissed it as a passing remark from a tired student.
  • Don't take his passing remark too seriously; he often speaks without thinking.
  • Her passing remark revealed more than she intended.
  • A passing remark during the meeting sparked an unexpected debate.
  • His passing remark was misinterpreted, causing a misunderstanding.