passing off

Example Sentences

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Rogue chip shops have been passing off catfish as "traditional fish and chips" to cut down on costs, the BBC has learned.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

I understand that moral intuition and agree that passing off A.I.-generated prose as one’s own breaks the writer-reader contract.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

With that came passing off the Ruby, her celebrated co-working space in the Mission District.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

The 36-year-old guard made 17-of-26 shots from the floor, 10-of-16 from three-point range, and 11-of-14 free throws in his record-setting performance while also passing off seven assists.

From Barron's • Nov. 22, 2025

With the view of passing off an awkward moment, Emma smilingly said,

From "Emma" by Jane Austen