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passing

[pas-ing] / ˈpæs ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
brief, casual
Synonyms
STRONGEST
cursory fleeting superficial
STRONG
ephemeral fugitive glancing quick shallow short slight temporary transient
WEAK
evanescent fugacious hasty impermanent momentary short-lived transitory
Antonyms
STRONGEST
thorough
STRONG
enduring large lasting long permanent tall thick
WEAK
long-lasting
NOUN
death
Synonyms
STRONGEST
demise
STRONG
decease dissolution end finish loss silence sleep termination
WEAK
defunction
Antonyms
STRONG
beginning birth commencement construction initiation opening start
WEAK
living

Example Sentences

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This opened up a direct passing lane for Bayern from the centre-backs to the wingers.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

It is passing strange that actual working families would be opposed to a new discount grocery store.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

With 20% of all shipping passing through the Strait, gas prices have surged and disruptions to global supply chains are ongoing.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

Politicians in California and other states have been passing new laws that target AI safety.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

We see each other in passing on the Ranch, and some entire days go by where I don’t see her beyond mealtimes in the caf.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy