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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
Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
Members have access to a Single Film Ticket pre-sale, and limited quantities of passes and packages remain on sale.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
Sometimes when a quarterback is being aggressive, passes are tipped or other mishaps out of his control result in interceptions.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Sometimes when a quarterback is being aggressive, passes are tipped or other mishaps out of his control result in interceptions.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Sometimes when a quarterback is being aggressive, passes are tipped or other mishaps out of his control result in interceptions.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Members have access to a Single Film Ticket pre-sale, and limited quantities of passes and packages remain on sale.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
Members have access to a Single Film Ticket pre-sale, and limited quantities of passes and packages remain on sale.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
Sometimes when a quarterback is being aggressive, passes are tipped or other mishaps out of his control result in interceptions.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Members have access to a Single Film Ticket pre-sale, and limited quantities of passes and packages remain on sale.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
Members have access to a Single Film Ticket pre-sale, and limited quantities of passes and packages remain on sale.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
Sometimes when a quarterback is being aggressive, passes are tipped or other mishaps out of his control result in interceptions.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Sometimes when a quarterback is being aggressive, passes are tipped or other mishaps out of his control result in interceptions.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Sometimes when a quarterback is being aggressive, passes are tipped or other mishaps out of his control result in interceptions.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Members have access to a Single Film Ticket pre-sale, and limited quantities of passes and packages remain on sale.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
Members have access to a Single Film Ticket pre-sale, and limited quantities of passes and packages remain on sale.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
Sometimes when a quarterback is being aggressive, passes are tipped or other mishaps out of his control result in interceptions.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for passes
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The delicate, detailed little top that stops at the ribcage gives enough grace and space for the billowing bottom half, with sheer panels and dramatic, diaphanous cuffs.Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2024
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About three minutes into the video, Neely stops moving.Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 9 Dec. 2024
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Often, the high-pressure environment of constant approvals leaves little room for reflection on the broader portfolio’s feasibility or alignment.Barry Cousins, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The medium-length and smooth finish leaves a lingering impression of vanilla, caramel, and oak.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The court has given Mangione 14 days to file for writ of habeas corpus and another hearing will be scheduled if that happens.Caitlyn Frolo, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
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What happens when three powerhouse women join forces to build something greater than the sum of its parts?Lien De Pau, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The process produces electricity from 70% of the hydrogen, while the remaining 30% undergoes multi-stage Pressure Swing Absorption for purification, yielding up to 1,200 kg/day of fuel-grade hydrogen.David Blekhman, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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In milder locations where the ground doesn’t freeze or undergoes freeze-thaw cycles, water deeply about once a month to keep the soil moist, but not wet.Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
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The Forbes brand today reaches more than 140 million people worldwide through its trusted journalism, signature LIVE and Forbes Virtual events, custom marketing programs and 43 licensed local editions in 69 countries.Forbes Press Releases, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The image of agoraphobic Pansy looking out her backyard window is so powerfully understated that Leigh’s psychodrama reaches the margins of Antonioni and Ingmar Bergman.Armond White, National Review, 11 Dec. 2024
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There'll be another chance to catch meteors before the year ends.Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 11 Dec. 2024
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As the mourning ends, forcing his return, Anand must decide the fate of his relationship born under duress.Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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Once your organization has success under its belt, prepare yourself for what comes next.Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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In business and professional growth alike, sustained success rarely comes without a meaningful investment.Shay Levister, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Coppola’s story tells the tale well.John Tamny, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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In the film, an unnamed bearded fellow at a bar, clearly meant to be Dave Van Ronk, tells him that Guthrie is at Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital in Morris Plains, New Jersey.Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Passes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passes. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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