throwaway comment
[/ˈθroʊəˌweɪ ˈkɒment/]
nounpl: throwaway comments
comentário descartável / observação casual
1. A remark made in passing, often without much thought or intention, that is not meant to be taken seriously or given significant weight
He made a throwaway comment about the project, but it actually contained a brilliant idea.
Ele fez um comentário descartável sobre o projeto, mas na verdade continha uma ideia brilhante.
2. An offhand or casual statement made without expecting a serious response or discussion
Don't take that as criticism—it was just a throwaway comment.
Não leve isso como crítica—foi apenas uma observação casual.
NYC Slang
off-the-cuff remark, quick take
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