Pass by | EWA Phasal Verbs Dictionary
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Pass by

/pɑ:s bai/

B1

PreIntermediate

1. To move or travel past something or someone.

  • I watched the cars pass by from my window.
  • The train will pass by the station without stopping.

2. To overlook or ignore something.

  • He decided to pass by the opportunity, thinking it wasn't for him.
  • I can't believe you would pass by such an important detail.

3. To visit someone briefly without staying for long.

  • Can you pass by my house later for a quick chat?
  • I'll pass by the office to drop off the documents.

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