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as in hands
to shift possession of (something) from one person to another
could you please pass me the phone?
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as in stops
to come to an end
eventually, the storm passed
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as in leaves
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 enacts
to put into effect through legislative or authoritative action
Congress cannot pass any law restricting free speech
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as in happens
to take place
and the destruction of the town came to pass, just as the seer had predicted
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as in undergoes
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 utters
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 refuses
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 flies
to withstand scrutiny and gain acceptance or approval
the finished product isn't perfect, but it will pass
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as in canyons
a narrow opening between hillsides or mountains that can be used for passage
a mountain pass that was impassable during the winter
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as in routes
a passage cleared for public vehicular travel
take the second pass on the right
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as in tickets
a small sheet of plastic, paper, or paperboard showing that the bearer has a claim to something (as admittance)
a pass to leave the military base for the weekend
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as in accomplishments
the state of being actual or complete
eventually, all their career goals came to pass
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Recent Examples of passes
Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
According to the same source, Locatelli also completed a game-high 127 passes and created two clear scoring opportunities for his team-mates before using a post-match interview to credit the impact Tudor’s arrival has had.
—Adam Digby, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Some answers were offered at the SDSU practice field during Saturday evening’s scrimmage, which was highlighted by 60- and 70-yard passes from junior transfer quarterback Jayden Denegal to senior transfer wide receiver Myles Kitt-Denton.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
According to the same source, Locatelli also completed a game-high 127 passes and created two clear scoring opportunities for his team-mates before using a post-match interview to credit the impact Tudor’s arrival has had.
—Adam Digby, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
The 29-year-old quarterback has yet to throw for more than 1,200 yards or touchdown passes.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2025
The passes are connected to only the founding owner of the property, meaning successive owners will not be offered this benefit.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2025
Advanced stats recorded him with five drops on 56 catchable passes, putting him in the same range as Allen (6 of 84) and Odunze (6 of 64).
—Phil Rogers, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Benefactor tickets to the Preview Party are $5,000 and include six preview tickets and three valet parking passes.
—Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
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Some answers were offered at the SDSU practice field during Saturday evening’s scrimmage, which was highlighted by 60- and 70-yard passes from junior transfer quarterback Jayden Denegal to senior transfer wide receiver Myles Kitt-Denton.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
According to the same source, Locatelli also completed a game-high 127 passes and created two clear scoring opportunities for his team-mates before using a post-match interview to credit the impact Tudor’s arrival has had.
—Adam Digby, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Some answers were offered at the SDSU practice field during Saturday evening’s scrimmage, which was highlighted by 60- and 70-yard passes from junior transfer quarterback Jayden Denegal to senior transfer wide receiver Myles Kitt-Denton.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
According to the same source, Locatelli also completed a game-high 127 passes and created two clear scoring opportunities for his team-mates before using a post-match interview to credit the impact Tudor’s arrival has had.
—Adam Digby, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
The 29-year-old quarterback has yet to throw for more than 1,200 yards or touchdown passes.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2025
The passes are connected to only the founding owner of the property, meaning successive owners will not be offered this benefit.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2025
Advanced stats recorded him with five drops on 56 catchable passes, putting him in the same range as Allen (6 of 84) and Odunze (6 of 64).
—Phil Rogers, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Benefactor tickets to the Preview Party are $5,000 and include six preview tickets and three valet parking passes.
—Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for passes
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The woman in question was identified as Renee Brown, a 36-year-old single mom who works two jobs, loves her kid, and never stops, à la Reba McEntire.—
Marc Griffin,
VIBE.com,
8 Jan. 2025
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The rule does not get rid of the debt itself, but stops it from having an impact on a consumer’s credit worthiness.—
Joseph Choi,
The Hill,
7 Jan. 2025
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The loss leaves Boise State’s NCAA Tournament fate up to the committee on Selection Sunday.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
16 Mar. 2025
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When cooking the sauce, add in frozen peppers and onions, corn, or even a few handfuls of baby spinach leaves.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Mar. 2025
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Mar. 2025
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Hydroplaning happens when a vehicle starts sliding uncontrollably on wet roads.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Mar. 2025
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The same is true during pregnancy, when the body undergoes drastic changes that affect both the quantity and quality of sleep.—
Sofía Esquivel,
Glamour,
24 Dec. 2024
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Next, the material undergoes a potassium hydroxide treatment, which selectively removes less-stable structures, carving out a complex network of microscopic pores.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Dec. 2024
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Sinatra’s Ultimate Christmas reaches the top 10 on the Billboard 200 for the first time this week.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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And because of that unknown, the Canucks are going to listen to outside expressions of interest in case the situation reaches a point of no return.—
Chris Johnston,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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The parade then begins at the Basilica, runs through Savannah’s historic district, and ends near Forsyth Park.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2025
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Waukegan’s balanced budget for the current fiscal year, which ends April 30, is $245 million.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2025
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The vacation recap comes days after Lopez shared a video montage highlighting her 2024, which included red carpet appearances and musical performances.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
3 Jan. 2025
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Catie Dull Republicans are taking the first steps Friday to usher in a new era of full GOP control in Washington as Congress comes into session but the usually ceremonial process in the House is already bogged down in political infighting over who should be elected Speaker of the House.—
Deirdre Walsh,
NPR,
3 Jan. 2025
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Jamie gives him a lethal stare and tells him to go away.—
Lincee Ray,
EW.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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Killers Of The Flower Moon A brilliant, heartbreaking true story, Killers of the Flower Moon tells the story of the Osage people and the greedy men who try to rob them of their wealth after oil is discovered on their tribal lands.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
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“Passes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passes. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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