But it was a rhetorical question and he continued apace.
Base operations continued apace, until the physical plant was complete.
Despite this busy program, or perhaps because of it, his recovery continued apace.
Despite this, species loss and ecosystem damage have continued apace.
Growth continued apace in 1988, although figures have yet to be tabulated.
By the end of the 20th century, some progress had been made in cleaning up the environment though pollution continued apace.
The transfer of the nation's wealth to banks continues apace.
Certainly the suppression of women's rights in Afghanistan continues apace.
Work continued apace and by 3 April 1848 the first freight trains were run.
Progress continued apace toward the comprehensive university the institution ultimately would become.