Meaning of the word phase in English

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phase

US /feɪz/

UK /feɪz/

a distinct period or stage in a process of change or development

Example:

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The project is currently in its initial phase.

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The moon goes through different phases.

Synonym:

stage period step level point

to carry out (something) in stages

Example:

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The company plans to phase out the old software over the next year.

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They will phase in the new regulations over several months.

Synonym:

implement gradually introduce in stages transition

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