1
as in route
an established course for traveling from one place to another
the long passage down the Atlantic seaboard, around Cape Horn, and up the Pacific Coast to California
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2
as in trip
a going from one place to another usually of some distance
an arduous passage across the country
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4
as in excerpt
a part taken from a longer work
the news report quoted a passage from the novel
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as in process
forward movement in time or place
a swift passage from mere liking to actual love
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as in death
the permanent stopping of all the vital bodily activities
weary of this world, he looked forward to the next and sought passage with poison
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Recent Examples of passage
This, too, is the way of life, a series of moments followed by other moments, the connections only apparent through the passage of time.
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Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
What To Know SB 261's passage was driven largely by support from ranchers and livestock advocacy organizations.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Colin Frank Wilson, Project Scientist for ESA's Mars orbiters, confirmed that the agency is preparing to attempt observations of the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS during its passage through the solar system.
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 3 Sep. 2025
This receptor normally gives passage to gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), an important molecule that inhibits brain activity.
—Rj MacKenzie, Popular Science, 3 Sep. 2025
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Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
What To Know SB 261's passage was driven largely by support from ranchers and livestock advocacy organizations.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Colin Frank Wilson, Project Scientist for ESA's Mars orbiters, confirmed that the agency is preparing to attempt observations of the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS during its passage through the solar system.
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 3 Sep. 2025
This receptor normally gives passage to gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), an important molecule that inhibits brain activity.
—Rj MacKenzie, Popular Science, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for passage
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On fourth-and-12, Weaver bought time in the pocket before finding Gabriel Bess uncovered on a wheel route out of the backfield for a 28-yard touchdown to put Heritage up 23-14 at halftime.—
Jordan Neal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Sep. 2025
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From 2021 to 2022, Austin Ekeler ran a position-high 734 routes, saw 196 targets and caught 157 passes for 1,209 receiving yards.—
Jacob Robinson,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Travelers already fortunate enough to spend a few days in the epitome of paradise know what these excited resort-goers are in for—the trip of a lifetime.—
Katie Lockhart,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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During a weekend trip with a billionaire’s son, they are targeted by a gang of kidnappers.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
6 Sep. 2025
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During the voyage, travelers can spend time spotting wildlife like Arctic foxes, whales, polar bears, and more, and explore the harsh landscape by zodiac boat, kayaking, and snowshoeing.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Broncos were incorporating new pieces and new offensive wrinkles into their maiden offensive voyage in 2025.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Patrick, who has previously co-authored a book with the Franciscan teacher Richard Rohr, shared an excerpt of his most recent book, The Contemplative Leader, with Big Think.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
4 Sep. 2025
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An excerpt from our conversation is later in this newsletter.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Cubie Hernandez, the organization’s chief technology and learning officer, said the goal is to help families have confidence during the mortgage process while pushing the industry to modernize.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Researchers measured violent and property crime data from 2023, fatal car accidents, drug overdose deaths and excessive drinking rates.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Sep. 2025
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This time, Charles, Oliver and Mabel investigate the death of their building's beloved doorman Lester (Teddy Coluca), which may or may not have involved foul play and may or may not be connected to the mob.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Gateway — the Artemis program's pitstop space station in lunar orbit — has had a bumpy path inside the program's architecture.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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While it can be renewed indefinitely as long as the business remains operational, the E-2 visa does not provide a direct path to permanent residency.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Each offers materials, information and a place to gather before your expedition.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Quite the contrary, the high-end expedition includes private chartered flights, stays in upscale hotels, and memorable experiences like traditional game drives and hot-air balloon rides.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Passage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passage. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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