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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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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In Zone 6, chaste tree will die back to the ground in the winter and vigorously regrow in spring to a 5 or 6-foot shrub.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
28 May 2025
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In May 2022 — three years ago — Caltrans estimated that the project would cost $433 million, meaning that in addition to falling behind schedule, the cost has gone up by about $96 million in that time.—
Ariane Lange,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2025
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In 2023, the number of fatalities fell slightly, to six fatal boating incidents resulting in seven deaths, according to state data.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
3 June 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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The plane explodes, all the commanders perish, and Nick dies along with them.—
Michileen Martin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 May 2025
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For more, check out How to Spot and Avoid Phishing Scams: 5 Tips From Our Security Expert.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
3 June 2025
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In that case, check out the Beats Pill (8/10, WIRED Recommends).—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
3 June 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 6 Jun. 2025.
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