by the by
The phrase "by the by" is used to introduce a remark or comment that is not directly related to the main topic of conversation.
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Definition
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(informal)Used to introduce a secondary or tangential point.
Example
- By the by, did you know that the cafe down the street has closed?
- By the by, I heard that you got a new job. Congratulations!
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Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "by the by":
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