hard pass

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Synonyms: hard ass, hard-ass, hall pass, hard cash, hard case, hard grass, hard hats, hard paste, lard ass, hard pad, hard cases

Antonyms: hard ass, hard-ass, hall pass, hard cash, hard case, hard grass, hard hats, hard paste, lard ass, hard pad, hard cases

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|US|government}} An [[enduring]] ([[nontemporary]]) [[clearance]] to enter the West Wing of the [[White House]], signified by a [[laminated]] card.
2. {{lb|en|informal|idiomatic}} An [[unequivocal]] [[rejection]] with no possibility of a later [[change of mind]].
3. {{lb|en|sports}} A [[pass]] to another player that is delivered with a particularly high level of [[force]].
4. {{lb|en|dated}} A [[difficult]] [[time]] in one's life, especially one characterized by financial difficulties.

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