apace

[uh-peys]

adverb

1. with speed; quickly; swiftly.

apace

/ əˈpeɪs /

adverb

1. quickly; rapidly

Word History and Origins

Origin of apace¹

First recorded in 1275–1325; Middle English a pas(e) “at a (good) pace”; a- ¹, pace ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of apace¹

C14: probably from Old French à pas, at a (good) pace

Example Sentences

The feasts began in 1997 and have continued apace every other year since then, featuring a who’s who of literary accomplishment across every genre.

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Even if AI’s demand for electricity continues apace, Dominguez could face a special risk of his own.

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They say background work continues apace on securing talent, venues and broadcasters.

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But ICE and CPB raids have continued apace, and they have picked up in other cities as well.

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And as climate change continues apace, heatwaves will keep on getting more likely and could reach even higher temperatures.

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