passes (down)

verb

Definition of passes (down)next
present tense third-person singular of pass (down)
as in hands down

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for passes (down)
  1. leaves
  2. conveys
  3. contributes
Verb
  • The formula works into a moisturizing lather that leaves coils bouncy and ready for styling.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2024
  • Unlike hiding apps — typically done by moving them to a folder or using a third-party launcher, which still leaves them accessible from the app drawer — Private Space creates a separate, secure area within your phone that is completely isolated.
    Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 28 Dec. 2024
Definition of leaves
Verb
  • Hiring managers may see it as a red flag that conveys a lack of independence and professional maturity in the Gen Z candidates.
    Jack Kelly, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Her imagery vividly conveys a sense of discomfort and awkwardness, evoking the emotional experiences of her younger self.
    Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of conveys
Verb
  • Every deal contributes to something greater.
    Cody Bjugan, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • This contributes to the overall explainability of AI-powered outcomes, including document generation and metadata extraction, by utilizing tools for tracking and explaining how data is used and processed by an organization’s AI systems.
    Jesse Todd, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of contributes
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Thesaurus Entries Near passes (down)

passes away

passes (down)

passes (for)

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“Passes (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passes%20%28down%29. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.

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