as in gone
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as in died
to stop living
the old woman passed away quietly
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for passed away
Adjective
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The original pioneers were mostly busy making non-hyperpop or gone: SOPHIE tragically died in 2021; 100 gecs spent years toiling to make their zany stadium-rock second album.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
3 Oct. 2024 -
People have found out in the process — some who’ve gone virtual — their attendance has gone way up.—
Peggy O’Hare,
ExpressNews.com,
7 May 2020
Verb
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Adams Earley died in 2002 at age 83 in Dayton.—
Laura A. Bischoff,
The Enquirer,
24 Dec. 2024
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After a lifetime of making people laugh, Newhart died on July 18 at his home in Los Angeles.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Talks would then pivot to a third phase, during which Hamas would return the remains of deceased hostages, and the reconstruction of Gaza, a massive undertaking, would be launched.—
Dina Kraft,
The Christian Science Monitor,
16 Jan. 2025
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While 62 of them are believed to be alive, 36 are assessed to be deceased.—
Caitlin McFall,
Fox News,
16 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Minx’s reprieve was short-lived with season 2 being felled by limited press opportunities during the 2023 strikes — and sadly, third chances aren’t really a thing.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
6 Dec. 2024
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He was felled by a lightning quick Jofra Archer bouncer that smashed into the grille, but still scored a match-saving 59.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes,
2 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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These spirits not only provide a thoughtful toast to the departed but also serve as a reminder of Mexico’s deep traditions and reverence for the past.—
Rachel King,
Forbes,
1 Nov. 2024
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Joining the core trio of Corgan, Iha and Chamberlin were bassist Jack Bates and guitarist Kiki Wong, who famously won the post from the departed Jeff Schroeder after a public casting call of more than 10,000.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA TODAY,
30 July 2024
Verb
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Of the 181 people onboard, 179 perished.—
Marisa Garcia,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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Most of the animals that perished were small birds, according to officials.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Bush chose Moody a year later to serve on the Board of Regents, the defunct governing body for the state’s university system.—
Dan Sullivan,
Miami Herald,
17 Jan. 2025
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Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images Digital Currency Group, the crypto firm founded by Barry Silbert, and the former executive of a defunct unit are paying the SEC $38.5 million for misleading investors.—
MacKenzie Sigalos,
CNBC,
17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Her house is pristine and lifeless, reflecting Pansy’s own sense of joylessness.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Jan. 2025
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Overly minimalistic spaces, while once celebrated, now risk feeling cold and lifeless, lacking the layers that make a home truly engaging.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
6 Jan. 2025
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