pass away

verb

passed away; passing away; passes away

intransitive verb

1
: to go out of existence
2

Examples of pass away in a Sentence

the old woman passed away quietly
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Following a celebrated career, Caan passed away in July 2022 at the age of 82. Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024 For the Terry family, the puppies’ presence felt like a message from Sam, who passed away in 2023. Kutv Staff, Baltimore Sun, 25 Dec. 2024 Burt passed away peacefully over the weekend, estimated to be over 90 years old, marking the end of an incredible era. K.j. Yossman, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024 As mentioned, Gerald, known for singing with Levert and LSG, passed away abruptly in 2006. Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 23 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pass away 

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of pass away was in the 13th century

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“Pass away.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pass%20away. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.

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