pass off
B2 neutral inseparable intransitive
In simple words
For an event to happen in a certain way, or for a bad feeling to slowly go away.
Meanings
1 B2 neutral
(of an event) To take place and be completed, especially in a particular way.
"The summit passed off smoothly, with all parties agreeing to a new framework."
Grammar: inseparable
2 B2 neutral
(of a feeling, pain, or sensation) To gradually disappear or subside.
"The dizziness passed off after a few minutes and she felt well enough to drive."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
This entry covers senses distinct from the deceptive sense (which is better covered under 'pass off as'). 'The ceremony passed off without incident' is a typical usage. British English more than American.
Commonly used with
smoothly without incident successfully well feeling pain
Forms
Base
pass off
I/you/we/they
3rd person
passes off
he/she/it
Past simple
passed off
yesterday
Past participle
passed off
have + pp
-ing form
passing off
continuous
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