pass by

British  

verb

1. (intr) to go or move past

2. (tr, adverb) to overlook or disregard

   to pass by difficult problems

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pass by Idioms  

1. Proceed past something, as in If you pass by a white house, you've gone too far . [c. 1300]

2. Also, pass over . Disregard, overlook, as in Just pass by the first few pages and you'll get to the basics , or Ralph was passed over for promotion . [1300s]

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Example Sentences

But since the coalition will rely on support from opposition parties to pass legislation, "getting larger reforms passed by parliament might take longer than usual", De Lange said.

From Barron's

He was eventually released without charge and continues to work, but usually hides with his clients when the patrols pass by.

From Barron's

Bridge added that 999 and 101 calls were not passed by Thames Valley Police call handlers to the National Highways control room.

From BBC

The initiative would also require an audit every four years for any tax increase passed by voters or the Legislature after Jan. 1 of this year.

From The Wall Street Journal

He hid behind a maple tree and then jumped out just as Katherine was passing by: “Boo!”

From Literature

Related Words

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