Verb
To establish the speed for a group to move at, for example in a race.
(idiomatic) To establish a common goal by example.
In May 2003, South Africa set the pace by banning thin plastic bags and imposing a tax on thick ones.
Blade Runner appears regularly, two or three times a year in various shapes and forms of science fiction. It set the pace for what is essentially urban science fiction, urban future and it's why I've never re-visited that area because I feel I've done it. Ridley Scott
Ignorance is never out of style. It was in fashion yesterday, it is the rage today and it will set the pace tomorrow. Frank Dane
Considering that the race is star-studded no runner will be willing to set the pace for the others. This is why a record will be almost impossible. Haile Gebrselassie
Drummers are conductors - we set the pace for the music - so if you're not relaxed and feeling right, the whole thing goes out the window. Steven Adler
I wanna introduce a man that started a kind of music that set the pace for a lot of what's happening today. Ladies and gentlemen, if you don't mind, here is my man, bless his little sweet heart, ladies and gentlemen, Mr. Little Richard!" Little Richard
On a steep road, let your horse set the pace. Darkovan Proverb