as in to die
to stop living
my grandfather passed on at the age of 92
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Steven Burns is about to get another chance to convince commissioners that the same man who left Catina to die that night, is a changed man.—
Erin Moriarty, Liza Finley,
CBS News,
4 May 2025 -
After her victory, France paid tribute to her son Henry, who died from leukemia last year.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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Rising bond yields Yields on 10-year Treasury bonds typically fall – and their prices rise - as investors flee stocks for the safe haven of Treasuries during economic slowdowns.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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Devon believes Simone is under Michaela’s spell and tries to get her off the island, but may fall for the seduction of luxury herself.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
28 Apr. 2025
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Among the 450 individuals covered by the settlement, 49% have since passed away, 28% have moved to community settings, and 22%, or less than 100 people— remain at STS.—
Lisa Seminara,
Hartford Courant,
29 Apr. 2025
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The actress, who was 100, passed away in her sleep on April 29.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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How kids get left in hot cars The news that a child has perished in a hot car usually sends shockwaves through the local community and can make national headlines.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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The gaping cut across the bow, showing the boiler room where the engineers perished, is an astonishing sight in the film.—
Sean Kingsley,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Apr. 2025
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In his signature raspy vocals that adds more pathos to his heart-wrenching songs, the Mexican American star steps out of his alt-regional sound that he’s pioneered to deliver a gorgeous acoustic ballad produced by Frank Rios and the artist himself.—
Griselda Flores,
Billboard,
2 May 2025
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The shooting occurred shortly after 5 p.m. Tuesday when Binion stepped out of the EZ Pawn shop at 468 E. 147th St., Harvey said in a statement.—
Mike Nolan,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2025
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Below, check out all the top sales (including this Kindle Colorsoft for 20% off), gift ideas and more from the USA TODAY Shopping team.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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Be a part of the live audience and check out a show in person.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Pass (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pass%20%28on%29. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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