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Recent Examples of Synonyms for passing (into)
penetrating
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Infrared heating pads are even better than standard heating pads, penetrating the skin more deeply for more significant healing effects.—
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Chicago Tribune,
29 Jan. 2026 -
Russia fired 165 drones at Ukraine overnight, with 24 of them penetrating air defenses to hit targets in seven regions, according to Ukraine's air force.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Passing (into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passing%20%28into%29. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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