Definition of passimnext
as in everywhere
in one place and another the book belonged to my father, and his trenchant comments are found passim—both in the margins and between the lines of text

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Adverb
  • The lavish designs—velvet couches, massive headboards, opulent wallpaper, texture everywhere—were done by Jacques Garcia, famed for his lush and ultra-Parisian taste.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
  • Longtime connection Machado gets booed everywhere.
    Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026
Adverb
  • All relevant parties were consulted throughout, and the album was played in full in advance of release to everyone.
    Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 6 Apr. 2026
  • The home makes extensive use of retro tile work in the bathrooms and original grass-cloth wallpaper throughout — all in excellent condition.
    David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 6 Apr. 2026
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“Passim.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passim. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.

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