Past

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Location MovementPlay
Indicates moving beside and beyond something, not just reaching it. SlideHe jogged past the fountain without stopping.
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Not InsidePlay
'Past' suggests externally nearby, not within or inside. SlideShe walked past the door but didn't enter.
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Ignoring SomethingPlay
Can imply ignoring or missing something while moving. SlideHe walked past the sale signs, uninterested.