1. people who establish the speed or rate of activity for others to follow
Usage: plural form of pacesetter
2. runners who set the pace in a race, especially to help other runners achieve target times
Usage: sports context

Examples

• The tech companies are the pacesetters in the industry’s digital transformation.
• Several pacesetters helped the marathon runners maintain their goal times.
• These innovative schools serve as pacesetters for educational reform nationwide.
• The pacesetters dropped out after the first half of the race as planned.
• Fashion designers in Paris remain the pacesetters for global style trends.
• Professional pacesetters are essential for athletes attempting record times.