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 After a dismal two years of weakening demand, falling sales, and damage to its brand by Elon Musk’s political activities, Tesla’s road to recovery continues apace. — Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 22 July 2026 Meanwhile, development of surrounding farmland continued apace, and by 1982 the school had shrunk to just eight students. — Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026 California‘s Michelin winning streak continues apace in 2026. — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 26 June 2026 The Phoebe Bridgers news cycle continues apace. — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 25 June 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
  • In Congress, crypto companies are pushing for market-structure rules, AI firms are battling over how Washington will regulate their rapidly expanding industry, and sports-betting operators are confronting regulatory fights.
    — Luke Fountain, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
  • The storm could rapidly intensify in those conditions, but forecasters said a blockade of storm-shredding wind shear near the coast could slow it slightly before landfall.
    — Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of rapidly
Adverb
  • Therefore, additional heavy rain may quickly create new areas of flooding and cause previous areas of flooding to redevelop.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 Oct. 2026
  • One short clip that quickly circulated on social media showed Stamos urging Love to do some hand gestures from his seat, and the Beach Boys’ mainstay gamely complying, but without much apparent energy, before going back to sitting in place.
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of quickly
Adverb
  • Police maintained a heavy security presence at Saturday’s demonstration and moved swiftly to crack down on the unrest.
    — Ayushi Shah, CNN Money, 10 Oct. 2026
  • City leaders reacted immediately, saying the revelations about the department’s culture were unacceptable and pledging to swiftly investigate and root out the systemic racism.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of swiftly
Adverb
  • With this fast-approaching launch date and the program’s brief approval window, travelers could have an Argentine passport in hand in a matter of months.
    — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
  • India, which remains the world's fastest-growing major economy, is among the countries most vulnerable to the supply disruptions caused by the Iran war.
    — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of fast
Adverb
  • First-time buyers made up just 21% of home purchases in the National Association of Realtors’ latest annual survey, a record low, and Zillow’s CEO doesn’t expect that to change soon.
    — Bilin Lin, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2026
  • But the city soon turns her plans upside down as Julia becomes drawn into a new job, a new life and two unexpected romances.
    — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of soon
Adverb
  • The hope is that the mRNA vaccine can target emerging strains quicker, according to the CDC.
    — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The ribbed knit is absorbent and quick-drying with a combed cotton material that’s ultra-soft to the touch.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of quick

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“Apace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apace. Accessed 12 Oct. 2026.

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