passing thought
Example Sentences
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It’s gotta be more than just a passing thought for Shohei, no?
From Seattle Times • Jul. 11, 2023
It shouldn’t be an option, a question, or even a passing thought.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2022
The bleeding was light — occasional spotting, really — and she barely gave it a passing thought.
From New York Times • Jun. 17, 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
After the breakup, it feels good to pretend that Will is just a passing thought, even though he’s still actually in her head every two minutes.
From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti
