Meaning of the word "it is the pace that kills" in English
What does "it is the pace that kills" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
it is the pace that kills
US /ɪt ɪz ðə peɪs ðæt kɪlz/
UK /ɪt ɪz ðə peɪs ðæt kɪlz/
Idiom
used to suggest that it is not the work itself but the speed or intensity at which it is done that causes exhaustion or failure
Example:
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I can handle the workload, but it is the pace that kills.
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Don't try to finish everything today; remember, it is the pace that kills.