Synonyms of pass muster

pass muster

phrase

as in fly

to withstand scrutiny and gain acceptance or approval

His repeated insistence that "it wasn't me" doesn't pass muster.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fly
• work
• stand up
• pass
• hold water
• hold up
• wash
• go over
• get through
• play
• go down
• take
• go through

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pass muster

Exact change is required, although singles that cover a tip seem to pass muster. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026

If everything passes muster, the city hopes to adopt the new guidelines in December. — Mark Dee july 24, Idaho Statesman, 24 July 2026