pass beyond vs go beyond

Both 'pass beyond' and 'go beyond' are correct phrases, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Pass beyond' is more formal and literary, often used in written language or formal speeches. On the other hand, 'go beyond' is more common in everyday spoken English.

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pass beyond

This phrase is correct but tends to be more formal and literary, often used in written language or formal speeches.

This phrase is used to indicate moving or progressing further than a particular point or limit. It is commonly found in literature, formal writing, or speeches.

Examples:

The explorers decided to pass beyond the mountains to reach the hidden valley.
His generosity passed beyond all expectations.
The artist's work passes beyond mere representation to evoke deep emotions.
The discussion passed beyond the scope of the initial question.
Their love for each other passed beyond words.

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I repeat, you can't pass beyond this point...
Only those who are trustworthy can pass beyond this point.
Let us pass beyond the boundaries of good taste and to become one.
We must pass beyond life, Robert.
But the Grail cannot pass beyond the Great Seal.
Child restraints supported by dashboard: the head of the manikin shall not pass beyond the planes AB, AD and DCr, as defined in Figure 2 below.
This requirement shall be considered satisfied if the forward movement of any part of the trunk and the head of the manikin does not pass beyond the transversal vertical plane situated at 1,6 m from the R point of the auxiliary seat;
I have not seen the sea for 17 years. I did not pass beyond Ramallah.
Why Captain Gillan has seen fit to give you his two o'clock pass is beyond my comprehension.
The Naveer Pass is just beyond that ridge.
This technology, it has taken us those last few steps to the mountain pass, but beyond, it's undiscovered country.
It was just beyond the pass.
It winds through the mountains and it comes down beyond the pass.
It took place in that wild country beyond the pass.
I helped Ulysses set up a lab in a downed stratocarrier, about 30 clicks beyond the pass.
I say nothing to him beyond "Pass the salt" and "Out of the way".
During the dynamic test, as prescribed in paragraph 8.1.3, the lap belt shall not pass fully beyond the pelvic structure of the dummy, during the period prior to maximum horizontal head excursion.
What waits beyond the pass?
Whatever magic allowed you to pass through this rock is beyond my powers.
I was going to pass over 'and you couldn't understand why, if I didn't know what lay beyond.

Alternatives:

go beyond
exceed
transcend
surpass
extend past

go beyond

This phrase is commonly used in everyday spoken English to indicate moving or progressing further than a particular point or limit.

This phrase is used informally in everyday language to express the idea of surpassing a certain point or limit. It is commonly used in conversations, discussions, and informal writing.