| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
pass forward [pæs ˈfɔːrwərd] | to give or send something to the next person or place ahead |
Other meanings
- hand something to someone further along a line or group
- in sports, make a forward pass (esp. in football/soccer)
- figuratively: share kindness or help so it reaches others (“pay it forward”)
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "pass forward"
- Please pass forward your papers when you’re done.
- He decided to pass forward the advice he once received.
- The player tried to pass forward the ball to his teammate.
Features of Using "pass forward"
Common in everyday instructions (especially in classrooms), in team sports, and in figurative speech about spreading good deeds.
Other phrasal verbs with the verb pass
pass by
to go past
pass away
to die
pass across
to move or hand something from one side/person to another