passing thought

Example Sentences

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People who never gave the holiday on June 19 more than a passing thought may be asking themselves, is there a “right” way to celebrate Juneteenth?

From Seattle Times • Jun. 16, 2023

It shouldn’t be an option, a question, or even a passing thought.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2022

Fires in British Columbia during the summer are common, and Ms Barber gave it only a passing thought, assuming it would soon be under control.

From BBC • Sep. 15, 2021

“What is abundantly clear, however, is that there was no mere passing thought or vague consideration of the possibility of causing Shick to be involuntarily examined someday,” Homyak wrote.

From Washington Times • May 20, 2020

There was no one to confide in about him at the end of a difficult day, or to share a passing thought or a worry.

From "Interpreter of Maladies" by Jhumpa Lahiri