passes, passed, passing
to pass up
phrasal verb
Not take advantage of something beneficial
- 1Don't pass up the opportunity to learn a new skill.
- 2They passed up the sale and regretted it later.
When you have a good chance to get something helpful or nice, but you decide not to take it, you are letting it go. For example, if someone offers you free food and you say no, you are choosing not to accept the good offer.
People often say they wouldn't pass up a job offer, a sale, or an invitation to a fun event, showing they don't want to miss a good opportunity.
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at a financial institution
The Unexpected Bonus
Michael
I just got an offer for a higher interest rate on my savings account.
Kimberly
That's great! You shouldn't pass up such a good opportunity.
Michael
You're right, it's a rare chance to earn more.
Kimberly
Exactly, it's not every day you get such offers.
at the meat counter
The Special Offer
William
Hey Kevin, they have a special on ribeye steaks today.
Kevin
Really? I can't pass up a deal like that!
William
Exactly, it's a great chance to stock up.
Kevin
I'll grab a few for the weekend barbecue.
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Similar to "to pass up":
- 1miss
- 2ignore