pass on
The phrase "pass on" has various meanings, including conveying information, declining offers, and euphemistically referring to death.
Definition
B1Communication
(common)To give or relay information or items to another person.
Example
- Can you pass on the message to her?
- He passed on the documents to his colleague.
B2Social Interaction
(common)To refuse or opt out of an offer or opportunity.
Example
- I'll pass on the dessert, thank you.
- She decided to pass on the job offer.
B2Life Events
(euphemistic)To die.
Example
- His grandmother passed on peacefully last night.
- The news reported that the famous actor passed on at the age of 85.
C1Progression
(formal)To move forward or proceed to the next stage.
Example
- Let's pass on to the next item on the agenda.
- After finishing the first chapter, the students passed on to more advanced topics.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "pass on":
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