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verb

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1. To pass or go past without much interaction

   Example: I like to sit and watch the world go by.   The rest of the day went by quickly.

   Synonyms:pass by

2. To be called, to use as a name.

   Example: His full name is Ernest Tinkleton, but he goes by Ernie.

3. To follow; to assume as true for the purposes of making a decision, taking an action, etc.

   Example: I'm only going by what my teacher said.