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hard pass
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a very firm rejection of something, particularly an offer
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "hard pass" and when to use it?
The idiom "hard pass" originated from the world of sports, particularly in the context of declining an opportunity or offer. In sports, a pass refers to the act of transferring the ball or puck to another player on the same team. When a player executes a "hard pass," it means the pass is delivered with significant force or aggression. Metaphorically, this expression came to represent a firm and definitive rejection of something, indicating a strong and unyielding refusal.
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a thing that is considered worthy of a strong refusal
hard pass
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Nein, danke!
used to show a strong refusal or lack of interest in accepting something that has been offered or suggested
Beispiel
Many people give extreme sports like base jumping a hard pass, considering them too risky.
For those with a fear of heights, skydiving is typically a hard pass.
Someone proposed a risky investment opportunity, but I immediately gave it a hard pass due to the potential financial risks involved.
When the colleague suggested going out for drinks after work, I gave it a hard pass as I had other commitments.
For environmental activists, single-use plastics are a hard pass, as they contribute to pollution.
