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change of pace
change′ of pace′
n. 1. a temporary variation in a normal routine. 2. Also called change′-up`. a baseball pitch thrown like a fastball but, because of the pitcher's grip, is deceptively slower. [1935–40] change of pace
a change of paceA variation in routine or activity. After working in sales for so long, John needed a change of pace, so he requested a transfer to the service department. I'm tired of takeout. How about we cook dinner for a change of pace?See also: change, of, pacechange of pacean addition of some variety in one's life, routine, or abode. Going to the beach on the weekend will be a change of pace. The doctor says I need a change of pace from this cold climate.See also: change, of, pacechange of paceA shift in normal routine, a variation in usual activities or pattern, as in She's smiling in that one photo, just for a change of pace, or After six hours at my desk I need a change of pace, so I'm going for a swim. This term originated in a number of sports where strategy can involve altering the speed of, for example, a pitched or struck ball or a horse's gait. By the mid-1900s it was being transferred to other enterprises. See also: change, of, pacechange of pace a change from what you are used to. chiefly North AmericanSee also: change, of, pace |