pass through
The phrase 'pass through' is versatile, used in contexts ranging from physical movement to finance and law.
Definition
B1General
(common)To move or travel through a place or area without stopping for an extended period.
Example
- We decided to pass through the town on our way to the countryside.
- The train will pass through several cities before reaching its final destination.
B2Experience
(common)To undergo a process or experience and emerge on the other side.
Example
- She had to pass through a difficult phase before she found happiness.
C1Finance
(technical)To transfer increased costs to customers by raising prices.
Example
- The company had to pass through the increased costs to its customers.
C1Legal
(technical, US)A business structure that allows profits to be transferred directly to the owners, avoiding corporate taxation.
Example
- A pass-through entity helps small businesses avoid double taxation.
B2Architecture
(US)A window-like opening in an interior wall, often between a kitchen and dining area, used for passing items.
Example
- The kitchen has a pass-through to the dining room for easy serving.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "pass through":
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