1
as in routes
an established course for traveling from one place to another
the long passage down the Atlantic seaboard, around Cape Horn, and up the Pacific Coast to California
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2
as in trips
a going from one place to another usually of some distance
an arduous passage across the country
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4
as in excerpts
a part taken from a longer work
the news report quoted a passage from the novel
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as in processes
forward movement in time or place
a swift passage from mere liking to actual love
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as in deaths
the permanent stopping of all the vital bodily activities
weary of this world, he looked forward to the next and sought passage with poison
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Recent Examples of passages
While the map of global maritime chokepoints is fixed by geography, the importance of individual passages changes over time.
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Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
Other high-ranking officials have been or will be reading biblical passages in person or by video.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Destin-Fort Walton Beach boasts more than 500 artificial reefs, but this one will be different, a legendary ocean liner with corridors, decks, and passages that will enable divers to explore a living piece of history, surrounded by vibrant marine life.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
Marine trackers say more than 40 commercial ships have crossed since the start of the ceasefire last week, down from 100 or more vessel passages per day before the war.
—Samy Magdy, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
Marine trackers say over 40 commercial ships have crossed since the start of the ceasefire, down from roughly 100 to 135 vessel passages per day before the war.
—Samy Magdy, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026
Over the course of millions of years, the rushing currents of the East Fork Black River carved their way through the area's black granite, creating passages that are now perfect to slip and slide through.
—Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, as Effie, Carmela Mayo did a marvelous job keeping the mime passages in character but also broad enough to make every plot point discernable in a vast venue.
—Rachel Howard, San Francisco Chronicle, 11 Apr. 2026
On Actress records, dreary passages are drawn out for long periods of time, and pretty sections are shattered by digital noise and detritus.
—Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 9 Apr. 2026
Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
Other high-ranking officials have been or will be reading biblical passages in person or by video.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Destin-Fort Walton Beach boasts more than 500 artificial reefs, but this one will be different, a legendary ocean liner with corridors, decks, and passages that will enable divers to explore a living piece of history, surrounded by vibrant marine life.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
Marine trackers say more than 40 commercial ships have crossed since the start of the ceasefire last week, down from 100 or more vessel passages per day before the war.
—Samy Magdy, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
Marine trackers say over 40 commercial ships have crossed since the start of the ceasefire, down from roughly 100 to 135 vessel passages per day before the war.
—Samy Magdy, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026
Over the course of millions of years, the rushing currents of the East Fork Black River carved their way through the area's black granite, creating passages that are now perfect to slip and slide through.
—Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, as Effie, Carmela Mayo did a marvelous job keeping the mime passages in character but also broad enough to make every plot point discernable in a vast venue.
—Rachel Howard, San Francisco Chronicle, 11 Apr. 2026
On Actress records, dreary passages are drawn out for long periods of time, and pretty sections are shattered by digital noise and detritus.
—Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for passages
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Still with some room for development on underneath routes, Benson could easily outplay his draft position.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency said several Muni routes will be affected and riders should expect delays.—
Kenny Choi,
CBS News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Last Sunday, Zamiqua Miller, 33, died in NYPD custody in Brooklyn Central Booking after two trips to the hospital within a 24-hour span.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
20 Apr. 2026
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On longer trips, riders can additionally bring along a second set of folding solar panels.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
20 Apr. 2026
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Over longer voyages with varying winds, the company expects the three rotors to cut the Chinook’s fuel use by roughly 10–15 percent compared to the baseline.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Apr. 2026
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But not to be overlooked in 2026 are domestic cruises, with options including coastal sailings, river cruises, and voyages on the Great Lakes.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2026
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Carolyn Brown, the orchestra’s principal flutist, will perform excerpts and participate in the Q&A session.—
Eric E. Harrison,
Arkansas Online,
22 Apr. 2026
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The transcript of that exchange has not been publicly released, though Wolf referenced excerpts in court Tuesday.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
21 Apr. 2026
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However, the experiment can't tell if the chemicals come from ancient Martian life or non-biological geological processes.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Positioned to capture a massive untapped market, Autonomous Alfie brings automation to complex manufacturing processes that require a delicate touch and high adaptability.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Apr. 2026
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No deaths have been reported from the severe weather and tornado outbreak.—
Chandelis Duster,
NPR,
19 Apr. 2026
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Among the victims were two boys, ages 12 and 14, whose deaths have rattled their community in Northeast Washington and prompted broader fears about an uptick in gun violence that typically unfolds in warmer weather.—
Marissa J. Lang,
Washington Post,
19 Apr. 2026
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Now, gravel paths and barefoot-friendly concrete pavers wind through mature oak trees, gently waving grasses, and structured succulents, leading to distinct seating and dining areas.—
Elizabeth Jardina,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Apr. 2026
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Landscape projects such as patios, paths and water gardens need deep excavations to make space for the underlying gravel layers.—
Beth Botts,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
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Lindblad’s ties to the Galápagos run deep, and the company’s commitment to responsible expeditions in the archipelago is evident at every step.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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The mellow Meyer, (discovered by the intrepid agricultural explorer Fred Meyer, alas, who mysteriously died during one of his Asian expeditions, leaves his legacy in the divine lemon that now bears his name), has become a chef’s favorite pick.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
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“Passages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passages. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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