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    Patwa headword

    Pass-place

    /PAS-plays/

    Verb
    Gloss
    "Overstep boundaries"
    Definition
    To be overly familiar, disrespectful, or cross the line with someone.
    Example
    "Nuh pass-place wid mi."
    Origin
    Idiom.

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