change of pace
noun phrase
1
: changeup
2
: an interruption of continuity by a shift to a different activity
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That’s not a huge change of pace for either company as Apple has regularly worked with Google as its preferred search partner.
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James Peckham, PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
The actress was seen on set in London for her new film, Anxious People, sporting a light blonde bob — a significant change of pace from her typical long brunette locks, though in recent months she's shifted towards a lighter hue.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
The Rams are also bullish on the rookie Stewart, who provides a change of pace with his speed moves at backer compared to the powerful duo of Verse and Young.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 4 Sep. 2025
The two year gap is a nice change of pace for DC.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
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James Peckham, PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
The actress was seen on set in London for her new film, Anxious People, sporting a light blonde bob — a significant change of pace from her typical long brunette locks, though in recent months she's shifted towards a lighter hue.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
The Rams are also bullish on the rookie Stewart, who provides a change of pace with his speed moves at backer compared to the powerful duo of Verse and Young.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 4 Sep. 2025
The two year gap is a nice change of pace for DC.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 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 11 Sep. 2025.
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