Idiom Breakdown

set the pace

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Definition

To establish a common goal by example.

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In Context

"In May 2003, South Africa set the pace by banning thin plastic bags and imposing a tax on thick ones."
"OpenAI, which ignited the boom, continues to set the pace in many ways. Usage of ChatGPT more than doubled, to 10% of the world’s population."

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See Also

set the tone