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as in to pass (down)
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as in to kithe
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Recent Examples of hand down
Sort by event, year, or person and properly label the photos so that whoever they get handed down to will know exactly what, when, and where they were taken.
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Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2025
Mangione faces numerous state and federal charges, including the possibility of the death penalty being handed down.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 11 Dec. 2025
In February, the VA relayed that discipline was handed down to or was pending against the department’s chief, deputy chief and a lieutenant, all of whom were no longer in police service, the special counsel’s office said.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 10 Dec. 2025
My favorite sketch so far was hands down, Snack Homies.
—Andy Hoglund, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Dec. 2025
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Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2025
Mangione faces numerous state and federal charges, including the possibility of the death penalty being handed down.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 11 Dec. 2025
In February, the VA relayed that discipline was handed down to or was pending against the department’s chief, deputy chief and a lieutenant, all of whom were no longer in police service, the special counsel’s office said.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 10 Dec. 2025
My favorite sketch so far was hands down, Snack Homies.
—Andy Hoglund, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hand down
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This time, Rice willed Michigan to the win, putting up 34 points in a 92-87 win.—
Seth Emerson,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Since then, Qatar has come to play the most prominent role in mediating between warring countries and factions within countries, willing itself into a mediation powerhouse spanning the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the Americas.—
Galip Dalay,
Time,
6 Jan. 2026
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Several speakers said their concern was less about state law itself and more about communication, questioning whether parents would be informed when their child seeks services.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
21 Jan. 2026
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Sources close to Cangé, who was promoted to his job without going through the normal police leadership channels, claim that he was informed by his supporters on the presidential council that the summons had been canceled.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
20 Jan. 2026
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Local fire and government authorities are notified prior to burn days and kept informed throughout prescribed fire operations.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Good’s mother, Donna Ganger, told The Minnesota Star Tribune her daughter lived in the Twin Cities with her partner and that the family was notified of her death late Wednesday morning.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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The popular Hangout Festival in Gulf Shores, Alabama, won’t be back this year because of organizational difficulties, the Music Row website reported.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Jan. 2026
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Some government offices and financial institutions were damaged during the unrest, residents said, while merchants reported being ordered to reopen businesses despite ongoing security operations.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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Think of the sculpture, which is rendered in laminated glass that reflects light in a rainbow of colors, as a broad nod to inclusion as it is manifested today.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
12 Jan. 2026
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In addition to foamy urine, more significant proteinuria can manifest as swelling of the hands, ankles, feet, and belly.—
Colleen Doherty,
Verywell Health,
12 Jan. 2026
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The iconic late-night veteran has remained steadfast by the side of his wife, Mavis Leno, since her advanced dementia diagnosis was disclosed in 2024.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Jan. 2026
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The press release didn’t specify the deal’s value, and a Cloudflare spokesperson declined to disclose further details.—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 2026
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Beyond the single chamber near the cables, the unredacted plans also revealed a network of 208 secret rooms beneath the diplomatic site.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
14 Jan. 2026
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Authorities have not revealed any motive for the killing, but court documents indicate the case has significant ties to local drug sales.—
Tom Olsen,
Twin Cities,
14 Jan. 2026
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Students, particularly younger ones, aren’t always apprised of their family’s actual economic and housing situation.—
Andre Mouchard,
Oc Register,
21 Dec. 2025
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Tracy Zarembinski also followed Richard’s progress on CaringBridge — and kept her son apprised over the next few months.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
6 Dec. 2025
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“Hand down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hand%20down. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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