Pass Through (Verb)
Meaning 1
Cause to move through; "Pass a chemical through a solution".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- Radiologists pass through the X-ray beams to the film plates to create a diagnostic image.
- The engineer designed a system that could pass through pressurized gas safely.
- In the experiment, the solution was mixed, and then a dye was added and a photoelectric cell was used to pass a beam of light through it.
- The heat conductor is able to pass through the heat with minimal energy lost.
- The liquid chromatograph allows for a controlled gas flow that can pass through and separate compounds of a mixture.
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Meaning 2
Make a passage or journey from one place to another; "The tourists moved through the town and bought up all the souvenirs"; "Some travelers pass through the desert".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- Travelers usually pass through security checkpoints at the airport before boarding their flights.
- During their trip, the group of friends pass through several major cities to attend music festivals.
- Many people pass through the small town on their way to the nearby beach resort.
- The cyclists will pass through three different mountains before reaching the finish line.
- A large number of immigrants pass through the border town in search of a better life.
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Meaning 3
Pass through an enemy line; in a military conflict.
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- The special forces team was trained to pass through the enemy line undetected and complete their mission.
- Their plan was to pass through the front lines and gather crucial information about the enemy's base.
- Pass through the enemy line, reach the other side, and hold your position until backup arrives, the captain ordered.
- Elite soldiers have been known to pass through enemy lines with ease due to their advanced stealth and combat skills.
- In order to sabotage the enemy's supply lines, the unit was instructed to pass through their front defense without engaging them.