set the pace

phrase

: to be the one that is at the front in a race and that controls how fast the other racers have to go

—often used figuratively

The company's advanced equipment sets the pace for the recording industry.

Examples of set the pace in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Gators jumped on the Rebels early, leading 10-0 before Heisman Trophy front-runner Trinidad Chambliss even threw a pass, and set the pace the rest of the afternoon. — ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026

India set the pace with a definitive transaction – the 2024 merger of Reliance’s Viacom18 and Disney’s Star India that created JioStar – and more M&A could follow. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Sep. 2026

Consider one team effort, and set the pace by keeping the plan simple, like volunteering for a shift at a community event. — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 15 Sep. 2026

The Tigers got four strong innings from starter Keider Montero and a two-run home run from Colt Keith in the first inning to set the pace for the rest of the afternoon. — Christian Romo, Freep.com, 10 Sep. 2026

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