passed over

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As a veteran assistant U.S. attorney, passed over for promotions repeatedly in his 24-year career, Keenan was still handling low-level cases typically reserved for first-year federal prosecutors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

That year, however, he was ultimately passed over by Khomeini and detained by the Revolutionary Guard.

From Salon • Mar. 6, 2026

In 1973 it adopted the War Powers Resolution, passed over Richard Nixon's veto, to become the only lasting limit on unilateral presidential military action abroad.

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

Later, Evans learned Banks for years stood idly by as the young model was passed over for opportunities.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

Anger passed over the man’s features for an instant, but his eyes shot to the camera again and he kept his expression neutral.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro