passing

Example Sentences

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The passing of time has made it harder for Prince Harry and his six co-claimants to prove their cases.

From BBC

Much of his writing is a lament for the passing of old-time ways.

From The Wall Street Journal

Pakistan has so far walked the tightrope between Iran and the US, passing messages between the two sides, hosting foreign ministers from other concerned Muslim nations and hitting the diplomatic telephones.

From BBC

“Kept this back for you,” he added, passing me a paper towel– wrapped slice.

From Literature

She pauses to nod hello to some visitors passing through the lobby to reception.

From Literature