C1verbsport
US/peɪs/
UK/peɪs/
to walk up and down because you are worried; also to control your speed to save energy
More often (noun): the speed at which someone or something moves or happens
In context
In a marathon, you have to pace yourself or you'll be exhausted by halfway.
He paced up and down the hospital corridor, waiting for news.
The course is paced so that working adults can keep up.
Words that go with pace
verb + noun
- pace yourselfPace yourself on the first climb; the hardest part comes later.
- pace the floorShe paced the floor all night, unable to sleep.
verb + adverb
- pace up and downThe coach paced up and down beside the pitch.
- pace aroundThe tiger paced around its small cage.
adverb + adjective
- well pacedThe lesson was well paced and never boring.