passer-by

Example Sentences

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Her mother, Sarah Keeling, 45, and passer-by, Mark Ratcliffe, 67, both died after trying to save her.

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2026

The bodies of Sarah and Mark Ratcliffe – a passer-by who tried to help – were recovered on Friday, shortly after they entered heavy seas in Withernsea, East Yorkshire.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026

Another passer-by said it was a great idea.

From BBC • Sep. 21, 2025

Pop star Charli XCX has confirmed her marriage to George Daniel, drummer of band The 1975, after a video snapped by a passer-by sparked online speculation of a wedding.

From BBC • Jul. 19, 2025

He looked at the poster: the white face was fleshy but stern; one hand was uplifted and its index finger pointed straight out into the street at each passer-by.

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright