pass over

Example Sentences

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But the company has struggled for years as inflation-weary consumers pass over its dependable brands in favor of cheaper generic options.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

His pass over the middle was picked off by Da’Shawn Hand, who subsequently fumbled.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 9, 2025

Melissa is forecast to pass over Cuba by Wednesday before moving through the Antillas Mayores and out into the Atlantic.

From BBC • Oct. 26, 2025

During the whole lifetime, SPO will repeatedly pass over both poles, with extended high-latitude observation windows lasting more than 1000 days.

From Science Daily • Oct. 14, 2025

But still, every time Zara's eyes met mine, I almost felt something chilly pass over me, like how seeing a ghost is supposed to give you goose bumps.

From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee