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pace

Pronunciation: [peɪs]

Word

Learn how to use pace in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “movement”

(noun) the speed at which someone or something moves. It tells us how fast or slow a person is walking, running, or doing anything else.

Example

She maintained a steady pace during the marathon, finishing strong.

Example

He couldn't keep up with the fast pace of the group and decided to slow down.

Example

What pace do you think is best for a long walk?

Context: “movement”

(verb) to walk back and forth in a specific area. It's like when you walk to think or to calm down, moving in the same space repeatedly.

Example

He paced around the room while he waited for the test results.

Example

Instead of pacing in worry, she decided to sit and relax.

Example

Why are you pacing back and forth in the hallway?

Context: “speed”

(noun) a way to describe how fast something happens in a particular situation, often related to time. It can be about how quickly we do things in life.

Example

The pace of the project was faster than expected and everyone was happy.

Example

The pace of change in the company was too slow for most employees.

Example

What pace do we want to set for the new project?

How to pronounce pace

Pronunciation: [peɪs]

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