Pass by

verb

To go past something or someone.

Every day, I pass by this beautiful old house on my way to work.
Visual representation of "pass by" - To go past something or someone

Often appears as...

  • people pass by
  • cars pass by
verb

To not use an opportunity.

He was offered a great job but he decided to pass it by.
Visual representation of "pass by" - To not use an opportunity

Often appears as...

  • pass by an opportunity
  • pass by a chance
verb

To spend time in a relaxed way.

We passed the day by reading books and chatting.
Visual representation of "pass by" - To spend time in a relaxed way

Often appears as...

  • pass the hours by
  • pass the time by
verb

To go past something or someone.

Every day, I pass by this beautiful old house on my way to work.
Visual representation of "pass by" - To go past something or someone

Often appears as...

  • people pass by
  • cars pass by
verb

To not use an opportunity.

He was offered a great job but he decided to pass it by.
Visual representation of "pass by" - To not use an opportunity

Often appears as...

  • pass by an opportunity
  • pass by a chance
verb

To spend time in a relaxed way.

We passed the day by reading books and chatting.
Visual representation of "pass by" - To spend time in a relaxed way

Often appears as...

  • pass the hours by
  • pass the time by
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Physical Movement

Indicates someone or something is moving past a place or object.

Illustration for Physical Movement
As we pass by the park, you'll see the old statue.
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Routine Path

Often used to describe daily routes taken, like going to work or school.

Illustration for Routine Path
She passes by the coffee shop every morning.
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Brief Encounter

Can imply a short or brief moment of passing something noteworthy.

Illustration for Brief Encounter
I quickly pass by my friend's desk on my way out.
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Physical Movement

Indicates someone or something is moving past a place or object.

Illustration for Physical Movement
As we pass by the park, you'll see the old statue.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Routine Path

Often used to describe daily routes taken, like going to work or school.

Illustration for Routine Path
She passes by the coffee shop every morning.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Brief Encounter

Can imply a short or brief moment of passing something noteworthy.

Illustration for Brief Encounter
I quickly pass by my friend's desk on my way out.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Physical Movement

Indicates someone or something is moving past a place or object.

Illustration for Physical Movement
As we pass by the park, you'll see the old statue.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Routine Path

Often used to describe daily routes taken, like going to work or school.

Illustration for Routine Path
She passes by the coffee shop every morning.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Brief Encounter

Can imply a short or brief moment of passing something noteworthy.

Illustration for Brief Encounter
I quickly pass by my friend's desk on my way out.
Visual representation of the word "Pass by"

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