pacing

• 名词，指因焦虑、思考或急躁而来回走动的动作；也指某事物进展或完成的速度或节奏。

A noun referring to the act of walking back and forth, often due to anxiety, thoughtfulness, or impatience; also refers to the speed or rate at which something progresses or is done.

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1. Walking back and forthB1formal

   The act of walking repeatedly in a small area, often due to anxiety, boredom, or deep thought.

   来回踱步

   • His constant pacing in the waiting room made everyone nervous.
   • She found that pacing helped her think more clearly.
   • The prisoner's pacing was a sign of his restlessness.

2. Speed or rate of progressB2formal

   The speed at which something happens or is done, especially in a story, film, or event.

   节奏

   • The pacing of the movie was too slow for my taste.
   • Good pacing is essential for a successful novel.
   • The teacher adjusted the pacing of the lesson to keep students engaged.

   同义词cadencemomentumpaceraterhythmspeedtempo

• 动词，表示以稳定的速度行走，尤指来回踱步；也指为某项活动设定速度或节奏。

A verb used to indicate the act of walking at a steady speed, especially back and forth, or to set the speed or rate of an activity.

1. Walk back and forthB1formal

   To walk with slow or regular steps, often due to anxiety or impatience.

   来回踱步

   • He paced nervously in the waiting room.
   • She paced back and forth while talking on the phone.
   • The teacher paced around the classroom during the exam.

   同义词marchpatrolstridetread

   反义词haltreststandstaystop

2. Set or regulate speedB2formal

   To control or set the speed of an activity or process.

   调节速度

   • The runner paced himself to conserve energy for the final lap.
   • She paced her speech to fit the time limit.
   • The manager paced the project to meet the deadline.

   同义词adjustcontrolmoderateregulatesettime