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Definition of «breakneck pace»

The phrase "breakneck pace" refers to a very fast or rapid speed, often with an implication that the pace is so quick it may be dangerous or difficult to keep up with. It can also imply that something is happening at such a rapid rate that there is no time to stop and think about what is going on. The phrase originated from the idea of riding horses at breakneck speed, which was considered very fast and dangerous.

Phrases with «breakneck pace»

Sentences with «breakneck pace»

  • The game continued at breakneck pace for the remainder of the half, and there could be no doubt that it was the hosts who looked the most dangerous of the two teams. (liverpoolfc.com)
  • Rather, it simply amps up the already breakneck pace of the previous Lego films to the point that the action becomes a flurry of indistinguishable candy - colored blurs, and each joke barely has time to land a punchline before the film has zipped along to the next gag. (slantmagazine.com)
  • As a long - time fan of the series, I have enjoyed Ys VIII: Lacrimosa Of Dana more than I thought I would, as the story focus introduced in Ys Seven and Ys Memories of Celceta somewhat changed the series» breakneck pace in a way I don't particularly like. (wccftech.com)
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