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Meaning of set the pace | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

  1. To establish the speed for a group to move at, for example in a race.
  2. To establish a common goal by example.
    idiomatic

Examples

“In May 2003, South Africa set⟳ the pace by banning thin plastic bags and imposing a tax on thick ones.”
“OpenAI, which ignited the boom, continues to set⟳ the pace in many ways. Usage of ChatGPT more than doubled, to 10% of the world’s population.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

set the record straight set the scene set the stage set the table set the Thames on fire set the tone

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