pass on
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See pass away .
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Transfer something, as in Sign the card and then pass it on to the others , or Grandpa passed his tools on to his favorite grandson . Also see pass the torch .
Example Sentences
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Still, there are limits to what regulators can pass on their own.
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
“He grew more confident with each pass on his drawing, and realized ... that much of the rightness of the drawing, of any drawing, came through time and diligence and discernment.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Earlier this year, however, companies from Levi Strauss to spice seller McCormick said they would pass on tariff costs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
In a statement, organisers said: "The Isle of Man TT Races pass on their deepest sympathy to his wife, Helayna, and his son Joey and daughter Phoebe, as well as his family and friends."
From BBC • May 28, 2026
“Before we get started, I have a message to pass on from Agent Fiona.”
From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston
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