pass away

Example Sentences

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Then James threw a pass away that bounced off two Thunder defenders and Reaves, with the officials ruling it was still the Lakers’ possession.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

When his children pass away, he continues, maybe they’ll be buried on the moon, or on Mars.

From Slate • May 8, 2026

However, I would prefer not to become a landlord, and I want to ensure that he can keep the property if I pass away.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

I say people died when they, uh, pass away.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Though we were grateful to the doctor for the advance warning, learning that Jimmie was going to pass away was a devastating blow to both of us.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson