passing away

Example Sentences

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But I write songs about people passing away, and most people — no matter rich, poor, whatever — it’s typically gonna be your 40-and-up who are gonna relate to that record.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 17, 2025

Jimmy Carter lived longer than any other American president, passing away on Sunday at the age of 100.

From Salon • Dec. 30, 2024

The game will be tinged with sadness after the death of Gary Shaw, the 63-year-old passing away after a fall at home.

From BBC • Oct. 2, 2024

Willie became a music teacher and armchair composer before passing away in the 1950s.

From Slate • Mar. 16, 2024

My tears weren’t going to bring Uncle Jack back to our reality, and they certainly weren’t going to keep him from passing away.

From "Fast Pitch" by Nic Stone