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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.
She was so engrossed in her book that she did n't notice the evening passing by.
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.
Every morning, I watch the school bus pass by my window.
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.
I could n't pass by the chance to visit Paris while I was in Europe.
