passing

Example Sentences

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Also, Jackson said that Duane Roberts, “before his passing, made it very clear to Kelly and the family that those are two of his favorite paintings ever.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The only mention of the current president was in passing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

But, with every passing hour, the temperature is cooling.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Some individuals compare the noise to cicadas or even a passing freight train, Price said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

“Kept this back for you,” he added, passing me a paper towel– wrapped slice.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith