Being passed means being eliminated. Pass originally refers to passing or passing by, and the meaning of being eliminated is derived from this aspect, mainly caused by the context of others.

For example, in the process of an interview or an exam, someone tells you that you passed this time, which means you are eliminated. Especially in the process of considering candidates, the word pass often appears. In general, pass means pass, but if pass is dropped, it means the opposite, that is, no pass. Other contexts don't mean this.