pass on

phrasal verb

passed on; passing on; passes on

: to die

—used as a polite way to avoid saying the word "die"

Have both your parents passed on?

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Under the rule, insurance companies are permitted to pass on the cost of reinsurance to consumers, although at an amount that can’t exceed an industry standard. —

Janhvi Bhojwani, NBC News, 10 Jan. 2025 The Utility Transparency and Accountability Act was introduced during the 2024 General Assembly session to address concerns about energy companies passing on the cost of lobbying activity. —

Gary Collins, Baltimore Sun, 10 Jan. 2025 The votes at those later hearings are more significant: They are recorded, and the committee’s recommendation is passed on to the full Legislature. —

Ian Max Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 9 Jan. 2025 With Miami's Cam Ward still available, the Titans pass on him and make a surprise selection with LSU offensive tackle Will Campbell. —

Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for pass on