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1
as in to stride
to move along with a steady regular step especially in a group
six jugglers paced neatly alongside one another in the parade
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2
as in to progress
to move forward along a course
the couple paced through the motions of a marriage, but it was never more than a financial and social arrangement
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Recent Examples of pace
Michael Kaplan, CBS News, 15 June 2026
But now Trump officials are draining the SPR at an even faster pace ahead of this year’s midterms.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 15 June 2026
Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Olivia Nelson-Ododa finished with 12 points and seven rebounds off the bench to pace the Sun (2-13).
—ABC News, 13 June 2026
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Noun
Previous disclosures showed that his investment accounts mainly bought and sold municipal and corporate bonds at a much slower pace.
—Michael Kaplan, CBS News, 15 June 2026
But now Trump officials are draining the SPR at an even faster pace ahead of this year’s midterms.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 15 June 2026
Verb
Earnings are pacing below the dividend, and the math only works as long as spillover earnings can bridge the gap.
—Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Olivia Nelson-Ododa finished with 12 points and seven rebounds off the bench to pace the Sun (2-13).
—ABC News, 13 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pace
Noun
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But no winner could be found on this day, although Brazil began to control the tempo more in the second half.—
Andy Clayton,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2026
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That is why high performers should ignore productivity advice that trains them to chase visible tempo while losing sustainable rhythm.—
Gerald J. Leonard,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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As Misiorowski strode to the mound for the ninth inning, the capacity crowd of 40,205 rose in unison to cheer for the 24-year-old right-hander in what turned out to be one of the most impressive performances in franchise history.—
Rich Rovito,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2026
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As Misiorowski strode to the mound for the ninth inning, the capacity crowd of 40,205 rose in unison to cheer for the 24-year-old right-hander in what turned out to be one of the most impressive performances in franchise history.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 June 2026
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More significantly, Cape Verde’s chances of progressing to the round of 32 have gone up from 32 percent to 52 percent — a significant increase.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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As treatment progresses, keeping records can help families communicate more effectively with healthcare providers.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
15 June 2026
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The Israeli military courts have faced criticism over the years surrounding allegations of limited due process and high conviction rates of Palestinians, although Israel has pushed back on those accusations.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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With Airbnb bungalows renting for several times normal rates, locals test-drive hosting the world — and glimpse what Olympic crowds could bring next.—
Jack Flemming,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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The team is focused on meeting every mark, catching every flying rifle and marching in order.—
Kaicey Baylor,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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The Tartan Army showed up en masse, marching through the streets to the stadium in kilts, playing bagpipes and singing.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
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Events already relocating elsewhere Davis said the delay has already forced nine events to move and could push as many as 30 more to do the same in 2030.—
Dawn White,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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It’s meant to go with the flow of kids’ pacing, which may mean spending a whole hour at a splash pad or being done after just a few experiences.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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His nagging hamstring strain prevents him pretty much only from running full speed, but that was enough to land him on the 10-day IL.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 June 2026
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Authorities said a trooper was patrolling northbound when a Honda Civic passed the patrol vehicle at speeds exceeding 90 mph.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Adding to the uncertainty, Georgia's Secretary of State's Office and the State Election Board have issued conflicting guidance on how counties should proceed if lawmakers do not act.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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Despite the late-night filing in the case, which had been brought by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, there was no actual emergency; rather, the Department of Justice seized on the moment to make its case that security required the construction to proceed.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
14 June 2026
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“Pace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pace. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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