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passing

[pas-ing] / ˈpæs ɪŋ /




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For Claire Vo, 41, AI helped her turn a passing impulse into a business.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 30, 2026

“We’ve been at 40% odds of passage this year. That’s trending downward, and we will likely reduce our odds to 25%-30% if the Senate recesses Aug. 7 without passing Clarity.”

From MarketWatch Jul. 29, 2026

Jack McGrail and Aiyana Da’Briel, staff leaders for the SoLa Live Accelerator program behind the event, seemed to be everywhere at once, passing out wristbands and scribbling on clipboards.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 29, 2026

"His sudden passing has left his family heartbroken and facing an uncertain future."

From BBC Jul. 28, 2026

James and I followed Anna May, passing case after case of merchandise until we were near the rear of the first floor.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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