Meaning of the word "in passing" in English
What does "in passing" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
in passing
US /ɪn ˈpæsɪŋ/
UK /ɪn ˈpɑːsɪŋ/
Phrase
briefly and without going into detail; incidentally
Example:
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He mentioned in passing that he was moving to another city.
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I just wanted to ask in passing if you'd seen my keys.