as in to die
to stop living
the old woman passed away quietly
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Recent Examples of pass away
This year’s dedication will include the first inscription on the new memorial: David C. Houck, a 22-year-old U.S. Army Supply Specialist who passed away earlier this year while preparing for Ranger School.
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Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 May 2025
Morrissey and Scheifele are not alone on the Jets; Kyle Connor’s dad also passed away in August 2021.
—Murat Ates, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Moley’s adoption comes after the Royal couple’s longtime dog Beth had passed away in November 2024.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 19 May 2025
The professional wrestling world is in mourning following reports that Terry Brunk, known globally to fans as the hardcore icon Sabu, has passed away at the age of 60.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
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Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 May 2025
Morrissey and Scheifele are not alone on the Jets; Kyle Connor’s dad also passed away in August 2021.
—Murat Ates, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Moley’s adoption comes after the Royal couple’s longtime dog Beth had passed away in November 2024.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 19 May 2025
The professional wrestling world is in mourning following reports that Terry Brunk, known globally to fans as the hardcore icon Sabu, has passed away at the age of 60.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pass away
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The younger Irsay, who died last week at the age of 65, turned out to be the near opposite of his father.—
Steve Silverman,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Pride, who died in 2020, is considered to be the country genre's first Black superstar.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
28 May 2025
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More: Stocks fall, Dow down 800 points as bonds tank amid tax debate.—
Riley Beggin,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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An injured climber was rescued after falling 30 feet down a California rock formation, officials say.—
Daniella Segura,
Sacbee.com,
22 May 2025
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The plane explodes, all the commanders perish, and Nick dies along with them.—
Michileen Martin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 May 2025
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An estimated 62 percent of commercial colonies perished, according to a survey by the nonprofit Project Apis m.—
Joanna Thompson,
The Atlantic,
20 May 2025
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For the cinephile who desires a reprieve from big-budget Hollywood movies, check out this charming French rom-com written and directed by promising filmmaker Laura Piani.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
22 May 2025
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Don't forget to check out yesterday's Best Laptop Deal of the Day for May 21.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
22 May 2025
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Charlie Woods has taken a big first step out of his father’s immense shadow in the golfing world.—
Chuck Schilken,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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In May, Tyler got confirmation that his son was ready to return home when Brett was able to step out of the car – his first since the accident.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
28 May 2025
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“Pass away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pass%20away. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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