pass away

Example Sentences

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"Mummy had been sick for a long time but nobody expected her to pass away and it all happened really quick," she said.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

Another reason to pursue this strategy: When you and your wife pass away, your children will also be forced to drain inherited tax-deferred accounts within a 10-year period.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 18, 2025

The contributions can accumulate over the years, and if you pass away with money still in your account, it will be passed to beneficiaries.

From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025

Last Friday night’s episode of WWE’s weekly television show “Smackdown!” featured the traditional 10 bell salute honoring a beloved professional wrestler or other member of the extended wrestling family when they pass away.

From Salon • Jul. 27, 2025

Though we were grateful to the doctor for the advance warning, learning that Jimmie was going to pass away was a devastating blow to both of us.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson