passer-by

Example Sentences

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They had entered the water to try to help him but were pulled to safety by a passer-by.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Her mother, Sarah Keeling, 45, and passer-by Mark Ratcliffe, 67, both died after trying to save her.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026

Her mother, Sarah Keeling, 45, and passer-by, Mark Ratcliffe, 67, both died after trying to save her.

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2026

Another passer-by said it was a great idea.

From BBC • Sep. 21, 2025

No passer-by would detect a daughter in this house.

From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston