passing away

Example Sentences

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“The only way we’ve lost members, unfortunately, has been by passing away or moving away,” says Becky Nedelman.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

He describes seeing "undignified deaths" - people passing away on busy wards - and says the health system is not getting the basics right in end-of-life care.

From BBC • May 13, 2025

And in this new documentary directed by Ron Frank, Boyer is candid about the great love they shared, even revealing Wilder's last words to her just prior to passing away.

From Salon • Mar. 17, 2024

Willie became a music teacher and armchair composer before passing away in the 1950s.

From Slate • Mar. 16, 2024

The spirits of the animals are passing away.

From "Julie of the Wolves" by Jean Craighead George