in stages
idiom
: in a series of separate steps rather than all at one time
The changes will be made in stages.
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Chinese state media reported that the remaining hikers will reach Qudang in stages, with the help of rescue workers.
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Chantelle Lee, Time, 6 Oct. 2025
Their bosses found out in stages.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 6 Oct. 2025
The remaining trekkers will arrive in Qudang in stages under the guidance and assistance of rescuers organized by the local government, CCTV reported.
—CNN Money, 5 Oct. 2025
Hundreds more are expected to reach the area in stages as villagers and emergency workers clear deep snow from mountain passes.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
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Chantelle Lee, Time, 6 Oct. 2025
Their bosses found out in stages.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 6 Oct. 2025
The remaining trekkers will arrive in Qudang in stages under the guidance and assistance of rescuers organized by the local government, CCTV reported.
—CNN Money, 5 Oct. 2025
Hundreds more are expected to reach the area in stages as villagers and emergency workers clear deep snow from mountain passes.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
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“In stages.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20stages. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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