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Grammar fix

fast pace

quick speed

A situation or activity that happens very quickly or changes rapidly.

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Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

  • Life in big cities often moves at a fast pace, with people always rushing from one place to another.daily life
  • In my opinion, the fast pace of modern life makes it difficult for people to relax and spend time with their families.IELTS speaking

Fix the pattern

Pattern: at a fast pace; the fast pace of [noun]

WrongI can't keep up with the fast pace of city.

RightI can't keep up with the fast pace of city life.

'The fast pace OF + noun' ('city life', not bare 'city').

Patternat a fast pace; the fast pace of [noun]

Use it right

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff The occupation is characterised by an accelerated tempo.

Natural It's a fast-paced job.

'Accelerated tempo' is stiff; 'fast pace / fast-paced' is the natural phrase.

Build natural chunks

Words that usually travel with it.

  • fast pace
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Don't confuse it

'Fast pace' is about the speed of life, work, or activities, not physical speed like running or driving.

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