pass up
Britishverb
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informal to let go by; ignore
I won't pass up this opportunity
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to take no notice of (someone)
Example Sentences
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You might have to pass up a job opportunity or have a tough conversation with a new colleague to ensure little annoyances don’t spiral.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
I couldn’t pass up the opportunity, and once my boyfriend landed a remote job, we decided to make the move.
From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026
Arsene Wenger's Arsenal managed to pass up almost identical leads five years apart in the 2000s, though Gunners fans could bathe in the glory of their Invincibles season in-between.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
Kasten could not pass up the chance to interject.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
Still, there was no way she was going to pass up this chance to be a girl with Kelly.
From "George" by Alex Gino
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