Meaning of do not pass go, do not collect $200 | Babel Free

Definitions

A phrase indicating that something must be done directly without delays or deviations.

humorous

Examples

“We will all go directly to our own respective Valhallas/Do not pass go, do not collect two hundred dallahs”

“The only people who get through the doors without are couriers, and they get escorted all the way: make their delivery, get a signature then straight back out - do not pass Go, do not collect two hundred dollars.”

“Two months later I hit the second knuckle on my pointer finger – six more stitches, do not pass Go, do not collect two hundred dollars – and damaged a tendon in the process.”

“I'm getting a part on a pilot. I don't have to audition — do not pass go, do not collect $200, just go straight to acting.”

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