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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.
She felt like her contributions were consistently passed over during meetings.
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.
As we passed over the old bridge, we could hear the creaking of its timeworn wood.
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.
Every year, flocks of geese pass over our town during migration.
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.
After washing the car, he passed over it with wax and buffed it to a glossy finish.
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.
She felt dejected when the company passed her over for the third time this year.
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.
They believe their loved one has passed over to a better place.
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.
He passed me over to his wife to explain.
