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Passed On Synonyms

Definitions:

1. Passed (verb):

transferred or given to someone else.

Example sentence: My grandmother passed her heirloom necklace on to me.

2. On (preposition):

in a position or situation in which someone or something is being supported or affected.

Example sentence: The responsibility for this project falls on you.

3. Synonyms (noun):

different words or terms that have the same or nearly the same meaning.

Example sentence: The thesaurus provides a wide range of synonyms for each entry.

Popular Usage:

In popular usage, "passed on" is often used as a synonym for death or dying.

Example sentence: We were deeply saddened to hear that the beloved actor passed on last night.

Local Usage:

In local usage, "passed on" can also refer to passing along information or transmitting something.

Example sentence: Mary passed on the message about the meeting to her colleagues.

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