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"hard pass"的定义和意义

hard pass
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a very firm rejection of something, particularly an offer

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What 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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They asked if I wanted to participate in a reality TV show, but the invasion of privacy made me give it a hard pass, prioritizing my personal life.
The company offered me a job with a low salary and no benefits, so I gave it a hard pass and continued my job search.
The proposal to cut funding for education was met with a hard pass from the community.
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a thing that is considered worthy of a strong refusal

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The company offered me a job with a low salary and no benefits, so I gave it a hard pass and continued my job search.
The proposal to cut funding for education was met with a hard pass from the community.
Many people give extreme sports like base jumping a hard pass, considering them too risky.
hard pass
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不,谢谢!, 绝对不行!

used to show a strong refusal or lack of interest in accepting something that has been offered or suggested
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The company offered me a job with a low salary and no benefits, so I gave it a hard pass and continued my job search.
The proposal to cut funding for education was met with a hard pass from the community.
Many people give extreme sports like base jumping a hard pass, considering them too risky.
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The company offered me a job with a low salary and no benefits, so I gave it a hard pass and continued my job search.
The proposal to cut funding for education was met with a hard pass from the community.
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.
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