pass the time of day
寒暄、闲聊或打发时间
口语·日常寒暄
英文释义
to engage in casual conversation or exchange pleasantries
例句
I just stopped to pass the time of day with my neighbor while walking the dog.
典故来源
源自16世纪英国,人们见面时通过谈论天气或日常琐事来消磨时间,逐渐成为寒暄的代名词。