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But many of its characters are exaggerated in a way that can pass for comical, until the horror just elbows them out of the way in its very effective, storm-tossed final acts.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026
Jones' silky long pass for Kildunne to run in, plus several brilliant breaks from full-back Emma Sing who stood up with a big performance were highlights.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
When Johannes Høesflot Klæbo strolls down Sixth Avenue in civilian clothes, he could pass for any number of New York City’s better-looking characters.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
And you are both taking a risk financially: Whatever you put on paper will only come to pass for one of you.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026
The girl was tall enough to pass for a high schooler.
From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman
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