by the way
The phrase "by the way" is commonly used to introduce additional or tangential information in a conversation without disrupting the main topic.
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Definition
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(informal, conversational)Used to introduce a remark or question that is not directly related to the main topic but is still relevant or interesting.
Example
- By the way, did you hear about the new restaurant that opened downtown?
- By the way, I found your missing keys under the couch.
Similar
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