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Phrasal verbs with "past"

21 phrasal verbs use this particle

blow past
B2

To move past something very quickly; or to exceed a target or limit suddenly.

breeze past
C1

to pass someone or something very easily, quickly, or confidently

brush past
B1

To move past someone quickly, making brief, light physical contact.

file past
B2

To move past something or someone in a slow, orderly single-file line.

get past
B1

To move beyond a physical obstacle, overcome a barrier, or advance beyond a difficult stage.

get past oneself
C1

To move beyond one's own personal limitations, ego, or self-centred perspective in order to achieve something greater.

go past
A2

To move beyond a particular point or place without stopping.

let past
B1

To move aside or give permission so that someone or something can pass by.

look past
B2

To consciously ignore or move beyond something, especially a flaw or obstacle.

march past
B2

To walk past someone or something in a formal, military, or disciplined manner, especially in a ceremonial procession.

push past
A2

To move past someone or something using physical force, often rudely.

put past
B2

Used in negative constructions to indicate that you believe someone is capable of doing something unexpected or bad.

reach past
B1

To extend your arm beyond a person or object in order to get something on the other side.

run past
B2

To quickly share an idea or piece of information with someone to get their opinion or approval

see past
B2

To look beyond or ignore a negative quality or obstacle in order to perceive something more important.

slip past
B2

To move past someone or something without being noticed or stopped

smuggle past
B2

To secretly carry or move something or someone past a guard, checkpoint, or barrier without being detected.

sneak past
B1

To move past a person, guard, or obstacle without being detected.

talk past
B2

To fail to communicate because each speaker is addressing different points or assumptions.

tick past
B2

For time or a specific moment to pass steadily, often with an implication of awareness.

whistle past
B2

To pass by very quickly, often with a whistling or hissing sound, or to narrowly avoid something dangerous.