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Word: Pass By

Definition:
The phrase "pass by" is a phrasal verb that means to move past something or someone, usually without stopping. It can refer to both physical movement and the passage of time.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "pass by" when you want to describe the action of moving past an object or person.
• It can be used in both literal and figurative contexts.

Examples:

1. Literal: "I saw a large truck pass by my house."
2. Figurative: "As the years pass by, we learn more about ourselves."

Advanced Usage:

In more complex sentences, "pass by" can also indicate a missed opportunity. For example: - "He let the chance to study abroad pass by."

Word Variants:

• Passing (adjective): "The passing car honked its horn."
• Passed (verb): "She passed by the bakery on her way home."

Different Meanings:

• To overlook: "Don’t let good opportunities pass you by."
• To move on: "After the storm, we let the dark clouds pass by."

Synonyms:

• Move past
• Go by
• Overtake
• Bypass

Related Idioms:

• "Let it pass by": To ignore something or not take action.
  • Example: "I decided to let the argument pass by and not get involved."

Phrasal Verbs:

• Pass up: To decline an opportunity.

  • Example: "He passed up the chance to join the team."

• Pass on: To give information to someone or to decline something.

  • Example: "I will pass on your message to her."

Summary:

"Pass by" is a versatile phrase used to describe moving past something or someone. It can also imply that time is moving along or that you are missing opportunities. It can be used in various contexts, both casual and formal.

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Verb

1. move past
   • A black limousine passed by when she looked out the window
   • He passed his professor in the hall
   • One line of soldiers surpassed the other

Synonyms

• travel by
• surpass
• go past
• go by
• pass