pass off
The phrase 'pass off' can be used in various contexts, from describing the end of events to acts of deception.
Definition
B2General
(common)To conclude or end without any issues.
Example
- The concert passed off without any problems.
B2General
(common)To occur or take place.
Example
- The ceremony passed off as planned.
B2Deception
(common)To present something falsely as something else.
Example
- He tried to pass off the imitation painting as an original.
B2Deception
(common)To make oneself or something else appear to be something different.
Example
- She passed herself off as a licensed doctor.
B2General
(common)To give or transfer something to someone else.
Example
- He passed off the responsibility to his colleague.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "pass off":
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