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as in handed
to shift possession of (something) from one person to another
could you please pass me the phone?
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2
as in stopped
to come to an end
eventually, the storm passed
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as in left
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
pass your forms to the department head once they're filled out
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as in enacted
to put into effect through legislative or authoritative action
Congress cannot pass any law restricting free speech
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as in happened
to take place
and the destruction of the town came to pass, just as the seer had predicted
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as in experienced
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
a presidential candidate who doesn't yet know how it feels to pass the scrutiny of the national press
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as in uttered
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
he'll occasionally pass some insightful comment, but in general he doesn't have much to contribute
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as in refused
to show unwillingness to accept, do, engage in, or agree to
we appreciate the invitation to the party, but we'll have to pass I'll pass on the coffee
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as in flew
to withstand scrutiny and gain acceptance or approval
the finished product isn't perfect, but it will pass
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Recent Examples of passed
Though Vedam fought the conviction for decades, almost 40 years passed before a team of attorneys discovered prosecutors may have withheld evidence that could have impacted the jury’s decision in his case.
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Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
Hall passed First-year Auburn Coach Steven Pearl is being tested on a couple of fronts as the Tigers near the stretch run.
—Tom Murphy, Arkansas Online, 17 Feb. 2026
Our homemade whole wheat bread passed the water test with flying colors.
—Michaeleen Doucleff, NPR, 16 Feb. 2026
My baking is rooted in family recipes passed down through the years, and nothing brings me more joy than seeing others enjoy what comes from my kitchen.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
Purported ransom notes were sent to news outlets, but two deadlines for paying have passed.
—Jacques Billeaud, Fortune, 16 Feb. 2026
It was cleaned, repaired, passed along and has never been altered.
—David Begnaud, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
Last year, state lawmakers passed legislation creating the Illinois Freedom Trails Commission, meant to increase educational opportunities related to a portion of American history largely unknown to many and perhaps boost tourism centered on the journeys of freedom seekers through Illinois.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
The House passed a bipartisan housing bill that would enact new policies to boost housing supply and ease the affordability crisis plaguing the nation.
—Zach Halaschak, The Washington Examiner, 10 Feb. 2026
Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
Hall passed First-year Auburn Coach Steven Pearl is being tested on a couple of fronts as the Tigers near the stretch run.
—Tom Murphy, Arkansas Online, 17 Feb. 2026
Our homemade whole wheat bread passed the water test with flying colors.
—Michaeleen Doucleff, NPR, 16 Feb. 2026
My baking is rooted in family recipes passed down through the years, and nothing brings me more joy than seeing others enjoy what comes from my kitchen.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
Purported ransom notes were sent to news outlets, but two deadlines for paying have passed.
—Jacques Billeaud, Fortune, 16 Feb. 2026
It was cleaned, repaired, passed along and has never been altered.
—David Begnaud, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
Last year, state lawmakers passed legislation creating the Illinois Freedom Trails Commission, meant to increase educational opportunities related to a portion of American history largely unknown to many and perhaps boost tourism centered on the journeys of freedom seekers through Illinois.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
The House passed a bipartisan housing bill that would enact new policies to boost housing supply and ease the affordability crisis plaguing the nation.
—Zach Halaschak, The Washington Examiner, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for passed
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Rarely is a player so young handed such an important role.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
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Her teammate, Breezy Johnson, the gold-medal winner of the downhill after Vonn’s crash, handed Shiffrin a lead going into the slalom portion of the event—a perfect opportunity.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
22 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile, freshman goalie Piper Tam stopped shot after shot, finishing with 33 saves and holding the Cougars off the board until late in the third period.—
Frank Rajkowski,
Twin Cities,
22 Feb. 2026
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Shots stopped falling, turnovers crept in and possessions that had previously looked sharp dissolved into hurried attempts and empty trips.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
22 Feb. 2026
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If enacted, the bill would make Colorado the only state in America to completely decriminalize the world’s oldest profession.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
17 Feb. 2026
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Eight states have cut their top marginal tax rate going into this year, while six states since 2021 have enacted a flat tax rate.—
Gordon Ebanks,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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But, funnily enough, losing to Halifax might have been the best thing that happened because Ben Tozer stood up in the dressing room and gave it to everyone.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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The incident happened in Crofton as a volunteer for Councilman Pete Smith was canvassing in a neighborhood.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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But a second incident occurred on January 10, when a family member of a person detained by ICE experienced a medical emergency related to a heart condition.—
Lauren Mascarenhas,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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The historic heart of Savannah is best experienced by strolling, drifting between the squares with stately old homes, cafes, shops and churches.—
Adam Kuehl,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Once at the hospital, Cermak reportedly uttered the line that is engraved on his tomb.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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Remember that line Valdez uttered at his press conference?—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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But Barakat refused to let his team go down on senior night, driving to the basket and scoring with three seconds remaining to force OT.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Feb. 2026
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Two others refused medical treatment, Livengood said.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
20 Feb. 2026
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As soon as our interview ended, the seven idols disappeared to change outfits for an evening rehearsal, and returned minutes later, slurping down steaming cups of ramyeon.—
Rebecca Cairns,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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His night ended amid a storm of laughing students and obscene gestures.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Passed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passed. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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