slacken pace
Example Sentences
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Do what we would there was no persuading our driver to slacken pace enough so as to admit of a full enjoyment of the prospect that unfolded before us.
From In the Heart of the Vosges And Other Sketches by a "Devious Traveller" by Betham-Edwards, Matilda
The cab had not gone far when it began to slacken pace.
From Guilt of the Brass Thieves by Wirt, Mildred A. (Mildred Augustine)
Before reaching this, however, a reflection caused him to slacken pace, and then come to a stop.
From The Free Lances A Romance of the Mexican Valley by Reid, Mayne
How Alfred maintained his hold he never knew nor did the mare slacken pace greatly until home was reached.
From Watch Yourself Go By by Warden, Ben W.
The Pursuers were now compelled to proceed with caution: As well as they could judge, the Fugitive also seemed to slacken pace, for they heard the steps follow each other at longer intervals.
From The Monk; a romance by Lewis, M. G. (Matthew Gregory)
