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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Noisy freight trains crawled through day and night, stalling vehicle and pedestrian traffic at railroad crossings and dictating the pace of life for many residents.
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Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 15 May 2025
Its quiet roads, rolling farmland, friendly communities, and local businesses provide a sense of escape, a slower pace of life, and the chance to unwind in Virginia's countryside.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 5 May 2025
Café culture can often denote a slower pace of life with a focus on spending time with friends and family and enjoying life.
—Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Apr. 2025
The speculation comes after a slew of reports that Taylor Swift is taking a well deserved break with Travis Kelce to slow down their pace of life.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 18 Apr. 2025
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Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 15 May 2025
Its quiet roads, rolling farmland, friendly communities, and local businesses provide a sense of escape, a slower pace of life, and the chance to unwind in Virginia's countryside.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 5 May 2025
Café culture can often denote a slower pace of life with a focus on spending time with friends and family and enjoying life.
—Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Apr. 2025
The speculation comes after a slew of reports that Taylor Swift is taking a well deserved break with Travis Kelce to slow down their pace of life.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 18 Apr. 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 24 May. 2025.
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