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passing

[pas-ing] / ˈpæs ɪŋ /




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Comparing their behavior allows scientists to investigate how the surrounding material drains energy from particles passing through it.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 31, 2026

Romeo Lavia: Often the player who helped Chelsea play through United's pressure, sparking several counter-attacks with intelligent passing.

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026

AFP was granted rare access for a two-day tour, passing expansive glass-fronted enclosures housing some of the 200 lions, 200 cheetahs and 150 tigers.

From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2026

“All of us at Marvel Studios are deeply saddened by the passing of Sir Patrick Stewart,” Marvel wrote on social media.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026

We emptied our pillowcases passing out our few belongings among those who had to stay.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom


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