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It past vs It passed

The correct phrase is 'it passed'. 'It past' is not a correct construction in English. 'It passed' is the correct form to use when referring to something that has moved past a certain point in time or space.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 651 views

It past

'It past' is not a correct construction in English.

The correct phrase to use is 'it passed' when referring to something that has moved past a certain point in time or space.
  • Apr 23, 2008 ... If you want to use “past” and “pass2 in your sentence, you could write, “Boy, I hope I passed this test before it's past the time to pass.” (I don't ...
  • used to say that you would not be surprised if someone did something, especially something bad, because it is a typical thing for them to do: I wouldn't put it past ...
  • 3 days ago ... infml I would not be surprised if someone did something: I wouldn't put it past Helena to tell a secret, especially if it helped her in some way.
  • to not be surprised if someone does something unacceptable Jenny wouldn't put it past Jess to turn Lester in to the FBI and claim the reward. She had a great ...

Alternatives:

  • it passed by
  • it went by
  • it moved past

It passed

'It passed' is the correct form to use when referring to something that has moved past a certain point in time or space.

Use 'it passed' when indicating that something has moved beyond a specific point in time or space.
  • Apr 23, 2008 ... i think it's passed but getting really confused now and so need your help! thanks. Dandy Abesamis on February 19, 2010 3:58 am. Sharon,.
  • Jul 23, 2009 ... yours should be passed ….. because you are speaking about time passing, so it passed. Shawna on March 22, 2010 10:01 pm. So which is ...
  • To move on or ahead; proceed: The train passed through fields of wheat. 2. To extend; run: The river passes through our land. 3. a. To move by or in front of ...
  • Oct 16, 2013 ... Today a co-worker asked me whether you ran something “past” someone, or ran it “passed” someone. After a google search and a minor ...

Alternatives:

  • it went by
  • it moved past
  • it crossed

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