in stages

phrase

: in a series of separate steps rather than all at one time

The changes will be made in stages.

Examples of in stages in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Testing data transfers in stages can help uncover inconsistencies early and reduce the risk of disrupting program operations. — Paul Toomey, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026

The companies say that architecture could allow nuclear capacity to be added in stages as electricity demand grows across large data-center campuses. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2026

Define the milestone, edit the wording, ask for useful feedback, and show the work in stages. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 22 Aug. 2026

Measles symptoms Measles symptoms often appear in stages following exposure, according to the CDC. — Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 14 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in stages

• engages
• messuages
• osages
• outrages
• ages
• cages
• gages
• gauges
• mages
• pages
• phages
• sages