pass for
verb
passed for; passing for; passes for
: to be accepted or regarded as (something)
What passes for entertainment around here?
the ancient practices that once passed for science
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Although it's known for its comfortable lodging, Great Wolf Lodge does offer day passes for those who just want to visit.
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Eric Lyons,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
Admission to the Long Weekend festival is through passes for each event category.
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Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2026
Also, unique to Sling is the option of a 1-Day Pass, 3-Day Pass or 7-Day pass for the Sling Orange plan, which includes ESPN and ESPN2.
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Erin Lassner,
HollywoodReporter,
29 June 2026
Cruise ships often offer passes for thermal suite areas, which give guests access to amenities like plunge pools, hot and cold therapy rooms and heated loungers.
—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
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Eric Lyons,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
Admission to the Long Weekend festival is through passes for each event category.
—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2026
Also, unique to Sling is the option of a 1-Day Pass, 3-Day Pass or 7-Day pass for the Sling Orange plan, which includes ESPN and ESPN2.
—
Erin Lassner,
HollywoodReporter,
29 June 2026
Cruise ships often offer passes for thermal suite areas, which give guests access to amenities like plunge pools, hot and cold therapy rooms and heated loungers.
—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
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“Pass for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pass%20for. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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