passing

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According to “The Passing of Alien Suffrage” by Leon E. Aylsworth, at least 22 states allowed non-citizens to vote during the 19th-century.

From Salon • May 26, 2026

Passing by on a random weeknight, one might see an overflow of patrons spilling onto Vermont Avenue, as the shop regularly hosts authors to discuss their new books.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Passing sentence, Assistant Judge Advocate General Jane England said training centre rules included "no fraternisation between recruits and instructors".

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

Passing the ball across the box to 19-year-old Diomande, whose superbly bent shot gave Koffi no chance.

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

Passing her father’s room, she saw a strip of light under his door.

From "Go Set a Watchman: A Novel" by Harper Lee