the document has passed. vs the document has been passed.

Both phrases are correct; however, they have different meanings and usage. 'The document has passed' implies the document has successfully completed a process or examination. On the other hand, 'The document has been passed' suggests someone or something has physically moved the document from one place to another.

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Last updated: September 30, 2024 • 14268 views

the document has passed.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate that the document has successfully completed a process or examination.

This phrase is used to convey that the document has met the required criteria or standards, such as passing a test or review.

Examples:

The document has passed all quality checks.
After careful review, the document has passed inspection.
I'm pleased to announce that the document has passed with flying colors.
The document has passed the final stage of approval.
Despite initial concerns, the document has passed the audit successfully.

Alternatives:

the document has been approved.
the document has met the requirements.
the document has successfully completed the process.
the document has been accepted.
the document has satisfied all criteria.

the document has been passed.

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English. It implies that someone or something has physically moved the document from one place to another.

This phrase is used when referring to the action of passing the document from one person to another or from one location to another.

Examples:

The document has been passed to the next department for review.
Once signed, the document has been passed to the legal team.
The document has been passed along the chain of command.
The document has been passed from the receptionist to the manager.
After processing, the document has been passed back to the customer.

Alternatives:

the document has been transferred.
the document has been handed over.
the document has been forwarded.
the document has been relayed.
the document has been delivered.

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