pass away
Example Sentences
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"We look at all of the data we have in our telephones, CCTV, the audio. There's that wealth of documentary evidence. And of course, when you go back such a long time, witnesses pass away."
From BBC ● May 26, 2026
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
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
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