pass (something) down

idiom

: to give (something) to a younger person especially within the same family

She will pass her diamond ring down to her niece.

It's a family recipe passed down from my great-grandmother.

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Gustav Forsling bit, opening a lane for McDavid to send a pass down to Sidney Crosby. —

Fluto Shinzawa, The Athletic, 13 Feb. 2025 Rachel Wisniewski/for NPR In modern times, tailgating is a way to honor history and pass down tradition and lore through the generations. —

Frank Langfitt, NPR, 8 Feb. 2025 By sharing stories across generations, families can foster connections and pass down traditions. —

Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025 For example, a family will pass down its heritage properties and art collection with care so that those remain symbols of values and continuity. —

Anushree Jain, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for pass (something) down

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