as in to die
to stop living
the old woman passed away quietly
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Recent Examples of pass away
The role of Theo was loosely based on Cosby's own son, Ennis, who passed away in 1997.
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Doc Louallen, ABC News, 21 July 2025
Several people have died in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities over the past months, including 75-year-old Cuban national Isidro Perez, who passed away in June at a hospital after suffering a heart issue while in a Miami ICE facility.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 July 2025
When Michele passed away four years later at age 89, Giovanni was left completely alone at the helm.
—Giacomo Tognini, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
Julian McMahon fans were shocked to learn that the Aussie actor had passed away at the age of 56.
—Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
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Doc Louallen, ABC News, 21 July 2025
Several people have died in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities over the past months, including 75-year-old Cuban national Isidro Perez, who passed away in June at a hospital after suffering a heart issue while in a Miami ICE facility.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 July 2025
When Michele passed away four years later at age 89, Giovanni was left completely alone at the helm.
—Giacomo Tognini, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
Julian McMahon fans were shocked to learn that the Aussie actor had passed away at the age of 56.
—Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pass away
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The department’s homicide unit is investigating the death, as is the department’s protocol when someone dies while in custody.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
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One person died in federal prison after being kept in restraints for more than two days.—
Joseph Shapiro,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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Then the tarp came out as rain that had been falling around Bristol much of Saturday turned heavy and delayed the start.—
Teresa M. Walker,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Aug. 2025
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Pair them with billowy blouses to close out the summer, then whip out your favorite chunky knit sweaters come fall for a stylish, boho look.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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At the time, Mao was on the back foot politically after his disastrous Great Leap Forward, an industrialization campaign in which as many as 45 million people perished in famines.—
M. Taylor Fravel,
Foreign Affairs,
18 July 2025
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These are some of the memories Lacy and John Lawrence will treasure of their 8-year-old twin daughters who both perished in the Texas Hill Country floods that took the lives of at least 134 people, including 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic.—
Joan Chrissos
July 17,
Miami Herald,
17 July 2025
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In honor of National Root Beer Float Day, here are some places in the greater Milwaukee area to check out to indulge in this sweet treat.—
Cathy Kozlowicz,
jsonline.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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And if floral patterns aren’t your style, check out these other charming quilted throw options that are all under $50 right now, including an Eddie Bauer blanket and a solid option from Madison Park.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Aug. 2025
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Descendants star Sofia Carson steps out in a lavish black-and-white number ahead of her 2025 film My Oxford Year in New York City on July 28.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
29 July 2025
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Still wearing her leather flip-flops, Rosé stepped out again in a similar look, swapping her flowy white top for a black lace camisole, a piece that has fashionistas in a frenzy this season.—
Alexandre Marain,
Glamour,
28 July 2025
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“Pass away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pass%20away. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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