apace

adverb

ə-ˈpās How to pronounce apace (audio)
Definition of apacenext
as in rapidly
with great speed the end of another year is hastening apace

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Recent Examples of apace And with the Old Trafford hierarchy targeting a Premier League title by 2028 as part of ‘Project 150’, tying in with United’s 150th anniversary, the rebuilding process initiated when minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe assumed sporting control two years ago must continue apace. — Mark Critchley, New York Times, 2 June 2026 But the Dells' giving through their foundation hasn't grown apace with their wealth, according to Tompkins-Stange. — Garrett Downs,hayley Cuccinello,jordan Novet, CNBC, 29 May 2026 While Notre-Dame’s interior has reopened for religious services and to the public, extensive work continues apace. — Michael T. Davis, The New York Review of Books, 23 May 2026 Finance Director Pete Coletto said the adjustments help keep the city apace with rising costs. — Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for apace
Recent Examples of Synonyms for apace
  1. rapidly
  2. quickly
  3. swiftly
  4. fast
  5. soon
  6. quick
Adverb
  • Although revenues have expanded substantially, income needs to continue growing rapidly for Newcastle to sustain a higher salary base and regularly sign the best players.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026
  • But a warming planet has increased ocean temperatures and created milder winters — allowing the crabs to multiply rapidly and feast on the clams.
    — Kasha Patel, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
Definition of rapidly
Adverb
  • On emergency dispatch channels, officials had previously requested the assistance of California Highway Patrol as the fire was moving quickly in the direction of the highway.
    — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
  • However, as the afternoon went on, expectations quickly dwindled before the ultimate announcement that New York/New Jersey would be awarded the final over a strong bid from DFW.
    — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
Definition of quickly
Adverb
  • Even minor parks or embers might be carried into leaves or grass, kindling a fire that can swiftly expand.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
  • Even just 6 inches of swiftly moving water can forcefully knock you off your feet.
    — Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 14 July 2026
Definition of swiftly
Adverb
  • The series unfolds against Japan’s ongoing debate over beauty standards – a culture growing more open to diverse appearances even as its cosmetic surgery sector remains one of its fastest-growing industries.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 July 2026
  • This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of fast
Adverb
  • Miami Heat owner Micky Arison will soon be able to add to his resume in the basketball world.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
  • The deeper the water, the sooner a vehicle loses traction on the road.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of soon
Adverb
  • Smoke could linger through World Cup weekend A quick-hitting rainstorm will bring winds from the south, pushing the smoke to the north and ushering in fresher air by Saturday evening.
    — Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • Grid Dynamics says the platform has delivered measurable gains, including inspection cycles up to 1,000 times faster and anomaly detection 24 times quicker in industrial deployments.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 17 July 2026
Definition of quick

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“Apace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apace. Accessed 20 Jul. 2026.

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