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Etymology
Origin of passer
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at pass, -er 1
Example Sentences
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Morgan is a terrific passer who can attack downhill.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026
Tagovailoa, 28, had the best passer rating in the NFL in 2022 and the most passing yards in 2023.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026
Wins were the main one - just 21 of them in five seasons - but categories like passer rating and completion percentage were the worst of any quarterback during that time.
From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026
Fellow Jets quarterbacks Mark Sanchez, Geno Smith and Zach Wilson also all finished dead last in passer rating in their first three seasons with the team.
From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026
I shall leave that in the road for the first passer by.
From Froth by Palacio Vald?s, Armando
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