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Asian English
Time pass
Used when discussing leisurely activities or idling time away.
Literal Meaning
The act of measuring or keeping track of time
Actual Meaning
Indian English for passing time or a time-wasting activity
Examples in Context

We didn't have plans for the evening, so we just decided to go to the mall for some time pass.

Her conversations are often just time pass; they don't lead anywhere meaningful.

Just time pass

I watched a light comedy last night; it was pure time pass but made me laugh.

This movie is time pass

Helpful Tips
  • 1Can describe something not serious
  • 2The phrase 'time pass' is often used in informal settings, so you might hear it among friends or family.
  • 3When someone refers to something as 'time pass', it often suggests that they are looking for a distraction rather than anything serious or productive.
  • 4This phrase can imply a sense of leisure or boredom, indicating that the activity is not important but enjoyable enough.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
kill time
idle away
fritter away
waste time
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