in passing
Example Sentences
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While the 28-year-old Tagovailoa may no longer be the player who once led the league in passing yards, he could prove useful for the Falcons, especially as Michael Penix Jr. recovers from a knee injury.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026
While they mention — almost in passing — that it’s the “same courthouse where Paxton would later be indicted for investment fraud,” the focus is on the pen.
From Salon ● Aug. 31, 2026
After averaging 269 passing yards a game in Houston, where he led the NFL in passing yardage in 2020, his production has dipped to 177 during his Browns tenure.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
He remains the Raiders’ all-time leader in passing yards, passing touchdowns and completions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
Margaret takes great pleasure in passing us while she delivers other people’s food.
From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak
