passes, passed, passing
to pass away
phrasal verb
To die, often used to express sympathy or respect
- 1Her grandfather passed away last night.
- 2He passed away peacefully in his sleep.
To pass away means to stop living. It is a polite way to say someone has died. People use this phrase to show sympathy or respect for the person who has passed away.
Remember, "pass away" is more formal than "die." Use it in serious or respectful situations. Avoid using it in casual conversations or when talking about pets.
at the library
A Quiet Moment of Reflection
Donald
I heard that Mr. Thompson passed away last night.
Stephanie
Oh, that's really sad. He was such a kind man.
Donald
Yes, he always had a smile for everyone.
Stephanie
He'll be missed by many of us here.
waiting for the bus
A Somber Encounter
Ashley
Did you hear about Mr. Thompson?
Michael
Yes, I heard he passed away last night.
Ashley
He was such a kind man. It's really sad.
Michael
Absolutely, he will be missed by many.
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Similar to "to pass away":
- 1die
- 2decease
- 3expire