change of pace
noun phrase
1
: changeup
2
: an interruption of continuity by a shift to a different activity
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Only a five minute drive from Ohio State’s campus, Forno offers a refreshing change of pace, with elevated dining and an atmosphere that feels like an escape from game day chaos.
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Siena Kessler, People.com, 30 July 2025
Building the Band putting so much faith in its contestants to determine their fate keeps it compelling from the jump — a welcome change of pace from the days of contrived band-building in the late ’90s and aughts.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 17 July 2025
The appearance also came at the perfect time for viewers, providing a fun change of pace from the dramatic episodes that had played out the days before.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 15 July 2025
The spotlight on Ancelotti—a manager—is a bit of a change of pace.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
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Siena Kessler, People.com, 30 July 2025
Building the Band putting so much faith in its contestants to determine their fate keeps it compelling from the jump — a welcome change of pace from the days of contrived band-building in the late ’90s and aughts.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 17 July 2025
The appearance also came at the perfect time for viewers, providing a fun change of pace from the dramatic episodes that had played out the days before.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 15 July 2025
The spotlight on Ancelotti—a manager—is a bit of a change of pace.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for change of pace
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“Change of pace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/change%20of%20pace. Accessed 15 Aug. 2025.
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