Definition of pace - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
speedrate or style of proceeding at some activity
- The pace of the game was intense.
2.
measurementDated US unit of length, approximately 30 inchesDated US
- He measured the room in paces..
3.
walkingsingle step in walking
- He took a pace forward.
4.
horse gaitany of the manners in which a horse walks or runs
- The horse's pace was smooth and steady.
Verb
1.
anxious walkingintr. walk back and forth in a small areaintr.
- He paced the room nervously.
2.
consistencytr./intr. do something at a steady ratetr./intr.
- He paced himself to finish the work on time.
3.
sportstr. set the speed in a race or activitytr.
- She paced the runners during the marathon.
4.
distance measurementtr. Dated measure distance by walkingtr. Dated
- He paced the length of the field.
Expressions with pace
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measure distance by counting steps
He paced out the length of the room.
start to happen more quickly or accelerate
The campaign began to gather pace after the announcement.
extremely slow progress or movement
The project is moving at a snail's pace.
very fast speed or rate of activity
The runners set off at a cracking pace.
in a way that suits one's speed
She completed the course at her own pace.
in a way that suits one's speed or comfort
She completed the course at her pace.
move or progress at the same rate as
She struggled to keep pace with the fast runners.
maintain speed or rate to match others
He struggled to keep the pace during the marathon..
establish the speed for a group to move
The lead runner set the pace for the marathon.
change from what is usual or expected
Let's go hiking for a change of pace.
increase speed or rate of activity
We need to pick up the pace to finish on time.
establish a very fast speed in an activity
The runner set a scorching pace from the start.
extremely fast speed or rate of progress
The runner maintained a blistering pace throughout the race.
very quickly or at high speed
The team finished the project at a cracking pace.
very slowly
The old computer runs at a snail's pace.
walk back and forth due to anxiety or stress
He paced the floor waiting for the test results.
keep up with others in a challenging activity
He couldn't stand the pace during the marathon.
the activity is becoming more intense or exciting
The race is on and the pace is hotting up.
in a very fast or intense manner
The story unfolds at a breathless pace, keeping readers hooked.
in a very slow way, almost not moving
The project moved at a glacial pace.
moving slowly without urgency
The project is moving at a pedestrian pace.
very quickly or at high speed
The car raced down the street at a tearing pace.
extremely fast speed that feels dangerous
The project moved at a breakneck pace.
make things go faster by taking strong action
They tried to force the pace in the final lap.
Origin of pace
Latin, pax (peace)
Terms with pace included in their meaning
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manner movement
move at a slow, gentle, or gradual pace
continuation
maintain the pace or speed
pace
maintain the same speed or level
movement
very slow pace
pace
lacking activity or excitement
current pace
continue with the current speed or manner of action or progress
moving fast
in the fastest possible way or pace
consistency
achieve a steady pace or flow
horse riding
ride a horse at a galloping pace
animals
fastest pace of a horse or similar animal
stay back
remain in the rear or at a slower pace
time management
at a pace comfortable for oneself
exercise
slow pace of running
movement
move forward at a slow, steady running pace
exercise
related to the activity of running at a slow pace
clothing
suitable for running at a slow pace
physical movement
stay at the same pace as someone moving
beat pattern
timing and pace in a musical piece
behavior
moving at a consistent and deliberate pace
basic movement
move at a pace faster than a walk
quick travel
transportation that moves at a rapid pace
movement
moving at a moderate pace similar to normal human walking
speed
fast pace or speed
repeating pace
tempo or speed of a repetitive event
Examples of pace in a sentence
The pace of technological change is accelerating. The distance between the trees was ten paces. He walked five paces to the left. She moved one pace closer to the door. The child stopped after every pace. The jockey adjusted to the horse's quick pace.
The trainer evaluated the horse's pace during practice. She paced the hallway awaiting the news. He paced outside the office, deep in thought. She paced her breathing during the marathon. The teacher paced the lesson to fit the schedule. He paced himself to conserve energy for the final lap. The coach paced the team through the drills. She paced the perimeter of the garden. They paced the route before the race.
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- French:rythme, arpenter, ...
- German:Tempo, auf und ab gehen, ...
- Italian:ritmo, camminare avanti e indietro, ...
- Spanish:ritmo, caminar de un lado a otro, ...
- Portuguese:ritmo, andar, ...
- Chinese:节奏, 踱步, ...
- Japanese:ペース, 行ったり来たりする, ...
- Arabic:وتيرة, ذَهَبَ وَجاءَ, ...
- Hebrew:קֶצֶב, לְהִתְהַלֵּךְ, ...
- Russian:темп, ходить взад и вперед, ...
- Ukrainian:темп, ходити, ...
- Hindi:गति, चहलकदमी करना, ...
Definition of PACE - Reverso English Dictionary
Abbreviation
abr: Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984TECH. UK law about police powers and rights of people in EnglandTECH. UK
- PACE rules must be followed during the arrest.
Acronym
acr: Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of EuropeTECH. UK group discussing European issuesTECH. UK
- PACE met to discuss climate change policies.
Origin of PACE
Latin pax (peace)
Examples of PACE in a sentence
Officers received training on PACE procedures. PACE will hold a session on human rights. The new policy was reviewed by PACE.
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- French:loi britannique sur les pouvoirs de la police et les preuves pénales, APCE, ...
- German:PACE, Parlamentarische Versammlung des Europarates, ...
- Italian:PACE, APCE, ...
- Spanish:Ley de Policía y Pruebas en Materia Penal de 1984, APCE, ...
- Portuguese:PACE, APCE, ...
- Chinese:警察与刑事证据法1984, 欧洲委员会议会大会, ...
- Japanese:PACE, 欧州評議会議員会議, ...
- Arabic:قانون الشرطة والادلة الجنائية, الجمعية البرلمانية لمجلس أوروبا, ...
- Hebrew:פייס, הָאַסֵפָּה הַפַּרלָמֶנְטָרִית שֶׁל מוֹעֶצֶת אֵירוֹפָּה, ...
- Russian:PACE, ПАСЕ, ...
- Ukrainian:PACE, ПАРЄ, ...
- Hindi:पुलिस शक्तियों और आपराधिक साक्ष्य कानून, यूरोप परिषद की संसदीय सभा, ...
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