Pace off

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Physical Action

Used when someone physically walks to measure a space, not just looking or guessing.

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She paced off the distance between tents to ensure they had enough room.

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Practical Use

Often used in outdoors or practical contexts like construction, gardening, or setting up a space.

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Can you pace off the length of the lawn for the new fence?

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Estimation

It's about estimating rather than precise measuring, steps are not an exact unit.

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I paced off about twenty steps to where the ball landed.

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