throwaway comment
Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words
a casual remark made without much thought
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- His throwaway comment about the project's difficulties proved prophetic.
- She regretted her throwaway comment about his choice of tie.
- Don't misinterpret his throwaway comment as a serious criticism.
- The journalist picked up on a seemingly insignificant throwaway comment.
- What began as a throwaway comment escalated into a heated debate.
- He's known for his insightful, yet often throwaway comments.
- I was surprised by the impact of my own throwaway comment.
- Even a throwaway comment from the CEO can influence market sentiment.
- She dismissed it as just a throwaway comment, but it still hurt.
- His throwaway comment during the meeting was recorded in the minutes.