pass out

VERB

become unconscious, usually

Synonyms

STRONGEST

faint lose consciousness swoon

WEAK

drop from abusing a substance black out keel over

Example Sentences

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Amy Peckham-Driver was 14 when excruciating period pains caused her to pass out in a toilet at school.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

The young man then appeared to pass out as bystanders screamed.

From Salon • Jan. 14, 2026

He would pass out food on Skid Row or at MacArthur Park, the relative said.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 24, 2025

After dinner, I pass out little memento goodies such as honey, tea, candy or jams as party favors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

After we finish dinner, I pass out the fortune cookies.

From "The Fourteenth Goldfish" by Jennifer L. Holm