pass up like a white chip
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To reject or ignore; to treat as worthless.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
As for Elmer, we didn't even kid him any more—just passed him up like a white chip.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “pass up like a white chip” mean?
To reject or ignore; to treat as worthless.
Is “pass up like a white chip” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.