pace of life

noun phrase

used to refer to the speed at which changes and events occur
She liked the fast pace of life in the city.
We moved to a small town, seeking a slower pace of life.

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The pace of life is glacial for the Duttons, who have sold off most of their herd to save their ranch from this year’s tax bill only to already be worrying about next year’s. Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 23 Feb. 2025 Guests can immerse themselves in Sicilian culture with bespoke culinary and cultural experiences, and enjoy a slower pace of life. Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025 While there, we were met with a slower pace of life, more affordable off-season rates, and fewer crowds. Katie Lockhart, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2025 By the second half of the 19th century, the pace of life in Europe had accelerated to an unprecedented degree. Brigit Katz, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pace of life

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“Pace of life.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pace%20of%20life. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

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