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Term: Pass the Time

Definition: To spend time in an enjoyable or productive way, especially while waiting or looking to fill a period of boredom or inactivity.

Part of Speech: Verb phrase

Sense 1: Engaging in activities or actions to make time seem to go by more quickly in order to alleviate boredom or occupy oneself during a period of waiting.

• Example sentence 1: I passed the time at the airport by reading a captivating book.
• Example sentence 2: Let's play a card game to pass the time during the long train ride.
• Example sentence 3: She loves to listen to music to pass the time while doing chores.

Sense 2: Using activities or actions to productively utilize or make good use of one's time during a period of waiting or inactivity.

• Example sentence 1: I passed the time at the doctor's office by catching up on work emails.
• Example sentence 2: My brother passes the time by learning new languages online.
• Example sentence 3: Sarah prefers to knit to pass the time during long road trips.

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