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death

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. death
2. decease

This noun is a formal and respectful term for someone's death or passing. It is commonly used in news reports, obituaries, and official announcements rather than in casual conversation. Because of its formal tone, it is appropriate when referring to the death of a notable or respected person.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He told his manager, "my grandmother passed away, so I need to take time off."

Sentence 2

I found out from the evening news that the mayor had passed away.

Sentence 3

A notice on the company bulletin board read "former chairman has passed away."

Sentence 4

The communication notebook said, "Absent due to the passing of grandmother."

Sentence 5

Did a patient actually die as a result of that medical incident?