as in traverses
to make one's way through, across, or over
passed over two bridges
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as in ignores
to fail to give proper attention to
you seem to have passed over an important e-mail notice
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as in forgives
to dismiss as of little importance
I'd be willing to pass over this latest episode of tardiness if there hadn't been so many before
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Recent Examples of passes (over)
Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Mar. 2026
Doubs is seven years younger, should be a little cheaper and is already well-versed in the Shanahan offense, especially catching passes over the crowded middle.
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
According to Elmhurst police, eastbound lanes of the Eisenhower (I-290) were closed as crews responded to the point where the expressway passes over Vallette Street and Electric Avenue, where the 18-wheel semi-truck loaded with plastic was hanging on its side.
—Kris Habermehl, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
The rocks absorb energy from compaction as the crawler passes over them.
—George Petras, USA Today, 25 Feb. 2026
When oxygen from the air passes over small pieces of iron inside the battery, the iron rusts and produces electricity.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Feb. 2026
Because the slim ring of fire only passes over Antarctica, many people will need to rely on livestream footage to view it.
—Lily Hautau, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
Each time a car or truck passes over a road, its weight flexes the pavement and can create small cracks, the BBC reported in 2024.
—Miriam Fauzia, Dallas Morning News, 29 Jan. 2026
Added on passes over 20 air yards in the regular season, leading the NFL.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 23 Jan. 2026
Verb
That information will be sent off every time the satellite passes over Cincinnati.
—Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Mar. 2026
Doubs is seven years younger, should be a little cheaper and is already well-versed in the Shanahan offense, especially catching passes over the crowded middle.
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
According to Elmhurst police, eastbound lanes of the Eisenhower (I-290) were closed as crews responded to the point where the expressway passes over Vallette Street and Electric Avenue, where the 18-wheel semi-truck loaded with plastic was hanging on its side.
—Kris Habermehl, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
The rocks absorb energy from compaction as the crawler passes over them.
—George Petras, USA Today, 25 Feb. 2026
When oxygen from the air passes over small pieces of iron inside the battery, the iron rusts and produces electricity.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Feb. 2026
Because the slim ring of fire only passes over Antarctica, many people will need to rely on livestream footage to view it.
—Lily Hautau, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
Each time a car or truck passes over a road, its weight flexes the pavement and can create small cracks, the BBC reported in 2024.
—Miriam Fauzia, Dallas Morning News, 29 Jan. 2026
Added on passes over 20 air yards in the regular season, leading the NFL.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for passes (over)
Verb
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The highway traverses the ancestral homelands of more than 25 tribal nations.—
Jasmine Desiree,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Over an efficient five tracks, West traverses the sonic styles of her generation — from nu-metal riffs to rage-rap 808s — with dazzling confidence.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
1 May 2026
Verb
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There is an attitude among many in the legislature that children under five belong at home with mom, which ignores the economic reality facing Idaho families.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
8 May 2026
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Far too often, housing analysis ignores job creation.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
7 May 2026
Verb
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While The Pitt forgives and empathizes with Robby’s flaws, Robby is not called on to extend that empathy to others.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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There is no blanket federal program that automatically forgives credit card debt simply because someone is a veteran.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The topical, darkly funny, whip-smart series from Eric Kripke follows a band of vigilante misfits who fight to expose the all-powerful, corrupt conglomerate Vought International and its stable of villainous superheroes.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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The film follows the relationship between a strong-willed older sister and a younger brother who, starved of affection amid a difficult family dynamic, slides toward delinquency.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
13 May 2026
Verb
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When Charlie accidentally concusses himself and forgets their whole night together, Nora enlists the help of best friend and party animal Hailey to painstakingly recreate the same bash, beat by unhinged beat, to win him over again.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
7 May 2026
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The Datai Langkawi—despite its obvious opulence—never forgets that mother nature is its main draw.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
Verb
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The oceanfront pool gets busy by day, and the motel is best known for Lemon Bar, which overlooks the pool and beach and is a favorite among locals.—
Terry Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
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The window next to my desk overlooks the gym’s large communal exercise room, and throughout the day, I am taunted by the sight of gyrating bodies panting through a Zumba class or a kettlebell set.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
Verb
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The film crosses sites where camps once stood, setting them against diaries, memoirs and letters by prisoners.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
11 May 2026
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If Taj Mahal crosses the line first, Brittany Russell will become the first female trainer to win the Preakness Stakes.—
Bennett Conlin,
Baltimore Sun,
11 May 2026
Verb
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Aubrey explains that discussing difficult topics openly has become a central part of the podcast’s purpose, particularly when those topics are often avoided in everyday conversation.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Advertisement Travers explains that this has consequences for the whole of British politics, as its parliamentary system is not designed to host a wide range of parties.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
8 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Passes (over).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passes%20%28over%29. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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