Synonyms of in passing

in passing

phrase

as in en passant

by way of interjection or digression

Alfred mentioned in passing that he used to be a flight instructor.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• en passant
• interjectionally
• incidentally
• apropos
• excursively
• by the way
• tangentially
• parenthetically
• by the by
• digressively
• secondarily

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of in passing

The takeaways included two gigantic interceptions of quarterback Brock Purdy, who before Sunday had thrown two this whole season and had, in fact, established himself last week as the NFL’s career leader in passing efficiency. — Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 26 Oct. 2026

The Mean Green, coming in ranked in the top five nationally in passing, total and scoring offense, was edged in total yardage by Navy 506-477 and was penalized 80 yards to just 5 for the Midshipmen. — ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026

The interaction begins when Debbie gets permission from Rahma to walk through the shot and takes the opportunity to greet O’Brien in passing. — Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 21 Oct. 2026

The Chicago Democrat is majority caucus appropriations leader in the Senate and was instrumental in passing the controversial SAFE-T Act, which eliminated cash bail, in 2021. — Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026