passed on
Example Sentences
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It’s not clear whether Pulte’s grandfather, after whom he’s named, passed on any of his Fellowship relationships to his grandson.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
Lisowski says: "These findings provide the first concrete evidence of how the Earth's magnetic field can be perceived within the body and passed on to the brain to guide movement."
From Science Daily • May 31, 2026
You can also set up a trust that continues to fund these brokerage accounts, even if you have passed on.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
“My family is a circus family. That’s what they did when they were kids and it just passed on to me,” said Francesco, hours before a Wednesday night performance in Santa Ana.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
At one of the bookcases, he gave a misaligned book an orderly little push with his thumb, then passed on.
From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger
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