pass the time of day
phrase
: to exchange greetings or engage in pleasant conversation
passed the time of day with friends in the park
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“Pass the time of day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pass%20the%20time%20of%20day. Accessed 15 Dec. 2025.
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