as in rapidly
with great speed
the end of another year is hastening apace
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Recent Examples of apace
The epidemic of fatal violence against transgender people in America continues apace, with the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) recording at least 36 killings in the last 12 months in the United States.
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James Factora, Them, 20 Nov. 2024
This market’s upward trend continues apace; according to Greater Nashville Realtors, home closings were up 3 percent in February 2024 compared to the previous year.
—Jessica Ritz, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Nov. 2024
When the world outside is moving apace, there is something reassuringly comforting about placing a foot in the past, even if the hotel’s face is looking towards the future.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
Meanwhile, of course, computers were improving apace.
—Elizabeth Kolbert, The New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2024
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James Factora, Them, 20 Nov. 2024
This market’s upward trend continues apace; according to Greater Nashville Realtors, home closings were up 3 percent in February 2024 compared to the previous year.
—Jessica Ritz, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Nov. 2024
When the world outside is moving apace, there is something reassuringly comforting about placing a foot in the past, even if the hotel’s face is looking towards the future.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
Meanwhile, of course, computers were improving apace.
—Elizabeth Kolbert, The New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for apace
Adverb
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However, this carbon debt can be paid back swiftly.—
Carlton Reid,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Putin’s proposal came after more than three months of diplomacy kick-started by Trump, who promised during his campaign to end the devastating war swiftly — though it’s been hard to pull off.—
Mehmet Guzel,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
Adverb
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2025
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This technology is becoming common-place faster than the personal computer or internet did, his research shows.—
Karim Doumar,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2025
Adverb
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In 2018 and 2019, OIG auditors issued separate reports that said Amtrak could strengthen measures to identify fraudulent medical claims sooner.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2025
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The Steelers may have a tough decision to make if there is no movement on the Rodgers front soon.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
Adverb
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Shoppers suggest using an electric screwdriver to make assembly even quicker.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2025
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Look no further than the Employee Self-Service Agent, Microsoft’s feature within Microsoft 365 Copilot to make HR and IT tasks quicker and easier for employees.—
Dr. Jeremy Nunn,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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“Apace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apace. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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