change of pace
noun phrase
1
: changeup
2
: an interruption of continuity by a shift to a different activity
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These lady friendly jams provide a timely change of pace and serve as a testament to his versatility beyond regurgitating mere criminal fodder.
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Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 6 Dec. 2024
For fans disenchanted with baseball's typically slow-moving free-agent market, November has offered a nice change of pace.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2024
Strong runner has added 25 pounds since last season in a bid to provide change of pace.
—Mitch Sherman, The Athletic, 7 Aug. 2024
Yes, there was a bit of a lull just after the merge, but all in all, this was a super solid season from top to bottom and a nice change of pace.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 6 Dec. 2024
For fans disenchanted with baseball's typically slow-moving free-agent market, November has offered a nice change of pace.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2024
Strong runner has added 25 pounds since last season in a bid to provide change of pace.
—Mitch Sherman, The Athletic, 7 Aug. 2024
Yes, there was a bit of a lull just after the merge, but all in all, this was a super solid season from top to bottom and a nice change of pace.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for change of pace
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“Change of pace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/change%20of%20pace. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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