# pacing

Pronunciation: say "PAY-sing" /ˈpeɪsɪŋ/

## Noun

1. The act of moving in measured steps, or the arrangement and timing of those steps.
   - Simple: The act of walking with steps, or the way steps are timed and arranged.
   - _The coach studied her pacing to see where she lost speed on the final lap._
   - _His restless pacing across the room kept everyone on edge._

## Verb

2. Present participle of pace. — present participle and gerund of pace
   - Simple: Present participle of pace. Use this form for something happening now, as in "is pacing."
   - _He was pacing the hallway, rehearsing his speech under his breath._
   - _Pacing nervously, she checked the clock every few minutes._

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