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to pass by
[phrase form: pass]
01
to continue moving forward, particularly in reference to time
Intransitive
Examples
As the minutes passed by, he grew more impatient.
02
to go past someone or something
Transitive: to pass by sb/sth
Examples
The flock of birds passed by the setting sun, creating a beautiful silhouette.
03
to let an opportunity go without taking advantage of it
Transitive: to pass by an opportunity
Examples
He passed by the opportunity to invest in the company, which he later regretted.
