passing

Example Sentences

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"It's weird to see so many police," Henry Rickets, a Canadian tourist passing through the area, told AFP.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

And, of course, there was also the passing of Mother Love Bone singer Andrew Wood, who had been Chris Cornell’s roommate and dear friend.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Another petition, titled "support the ceramics industry and protect British manufacturing jobs and skills", has reached more than 105,000 signatures, passing the threshold to be considered for a debate in Parliament.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Even at this stage of his career, his vision, passing range and leadership remain world class.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

The soft tug of an Afterlife realm—as gentle as a strand of spiderweb clinging to passing fur.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman