pacer

noun

ˈpā-sər How to pronounce pacer (audio)
Definition of pacernext
as in leader
one that takes the lead or sets an example a highly competitive industry in which any company that isn't a pacer quickly becomes a belly-up also-ran

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Recent Examples of pacer Josh Kerr, its sponsored athlete, had a mile world-record attempt scheduled at a Diamond League event in London, which was at risk because a pacer could not fulfil their duties. — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026 One week our pacer was an acupuncturist who heals veterans and hikes for weeks on end with all of her belongings on her back. — Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026 England pacers Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue shared four wickets. — ABC News, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for pacer
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  1. leader
  2. pacemaker
Noun
  • Fans, artists, and leaders across all industries are mourning the star whose relentless optimism, grace, and resilience was a shining light.
    — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Burch, who wasn't known for being particularly close with her neighbors before, emerged as vocal leader—and a lightning rod for deal proponents.
    — Noah Shachtman, Vanity Fair, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of leader
Noun
  • Rudolf is the standout pacemaker in Europe, touring the continent to be a ‘rabbit’ for top athletes, most notably at Diamond League meets.
    — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Two years ago, the king fell ill during a private vacation with the queen in Malaysia and received a temporary pacemaker there.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of pacemaker

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“Pacer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pacer. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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