Set-the-pace Definition

verb

To establish the speed for a group to move at, for example in a race.

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To establish a common goal by example.

In May 2003, South Africa set the pace by banning thin plastic bags and imposing a tax on thick ones.
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Set-the-pace Sentence Examples

  • Introducing, Big Ben, a radical new studio timepiece that will set the pace for all master clocks to come.

  • We had daily sessions which set the pace for the hard work ethic of the weekend.

  • The promotion of 5 of his squad did not faze Doug Ramsay, whose Third Team continue to set the pace in their division.

  • A dating service removes some of the pressure as do chat rooms and other virtual dating locations that let you set the pace.

  • When this happens, let your child set the pace.

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