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to pass over
[phrase form: pass]
01
to skip or ignore something or someone
Transitive: to pass over sth
Examples
Let 's pass over the details for now and focus on the bigger picture.
02
to move across a particular place or surface
Transitive: to pass over a place or surface
Examples
During our hike, we 'll pass over several bridges and streams.
03
to fly above or over a particular area
Transitive: to pass over a particular area
Examples
The plane will pass over the Alps on its route to Italy.
04
to rub a surface using a circular motion
Transitive: to pass over a surface
Examples
She passed over the wooden table with a soft cloth to bring out its shine.
05
to skip someone for a job or promotion and choose another, often less experienced, candidate
Transitive: to pass over sb
Examples
Even though he had been with the company for a decade, they passed Tom over and selected a recent graduate.
06
to die, often used in a gentle or spiritual way to describe someone’s death
Intransitive
Examples
Her grandfather passed over peacefully in his sleep.
07
to hand the phone to someone nearby so they can continue the conversation
Dialect
British
BritishExamples
He said hello and quickly passed me over to his assistant.
