passing thought
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With all of the slinky silhouettes and wearable neutrals, I had a passing thought that we might be seeing the Rick Owens-ification of Coach.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026
It’s gotta be more than just a passing thought for Shohei, no?
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 11, 2023
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
He had given it a passing thought, but then forgotten it.
From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman
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