throwaway
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/ˈθrəʊəweɪ/
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/ˈθrəʊəweɪ/
A comment or remark that is made without much thought, often in a casual or humorous way.
He made a throwaway joke that lightened the mood.
Made to be inexpensive and disposable, meant to be used once and then thrown away.
Many people criticize the use of throwaway items like plastic cutlery.