pass up(
pahs
uhp
)A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g. Take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
1. (general)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g. skinny, grandma).
(colloquial)
a. dejar pasar
Noelia now realizes that she passed up an incredible opportunity when she decided not to take the job.Noelia ya se da cuenta de que dejó pasar una oportunidad increíble cuando decidió no aceptar el trabajo.
b. desperdiciar
If you pass up this opportunity, you'll regret it later.Si desperdicias esta oportunidad, te arrepentirás después.
pass up
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g. Take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
1. (opportunity)
a. dejar pasar
pass up
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