Pass is a verb: I passed my examination yesterday and I will pass the next one tomorrow . Past is a preposition and an adverb : I walked past my old school. I have lived in San Jose for the past ten year s.
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Mister MicawberI have lived in San Jose for the past ten years.I believe that 'past' is an adjective in the sentence above.