phase 1 of 2

noun

ˈfāz How to pronounce phase (audio)
Definition of phasenext
1
as in aspect
a certain way in which something appears or may be regarded the moral phase of the problem has yet to be considered

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Relevance
2
as in stage
an individual part of a process, series, or ranking in the final phase of production

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phase

2 of 2

verb

as in to condition

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Recent Examples of phase
Noun
During the sentencing phase, the victim, who was 13 at the time of the abuse, told jurors the abuse cost him his friendships, his sense of self and nearly his life, according to KGNS. — Brittany Miller, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026 Her remarks come amid mounting allegations that military restrictions slowed aid deliveries and prevented civilians—and in some cases rescue crews—from getting to critical areas during the early phase of the emergency. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
Verb
Cutoffs are similar to phase transitions in physics, such as the sudden crystallization of liquid water into solid ice at zero degrees Celsius. — John Pavlus, Quanta Magazine, 17 June 2026 However, then President Janet Napolitano advised the Board of Regents to phase them out anyway and explore the creation of a UC-specific exam. — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for phase
Recent Examples of Synonyms for phase
  1. aspect
  2. stage
  3. condition
  4. side
  5. chapter
  6. rig
  7. hand
  8. inch
Noun
  • Charli surprise announced the album on June 1 by posting its cover on Instagram, featuring a black-and-white photo of John Cale, Marc Jacobs and Martin Scorsese to represent each aspect of the title.
    — Jem Aswad, Variety, 6 July 2026
  • One exercise lets sales employees practice pitches with lifelike AI customers that carry on natural conversations and scores employees on aspects like eye contact, filler words, and conciseness.
    — Kristin Stoller, Fortune, 6 July 2026
Definition of aspect
Noun
  • What time will each band go on, and how many stages will there be?
    — Finch Walker, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • The Aspiron Canister Vacuum is designed with a powerful brushless motor, three-stage filtration system, and large dust cup that keeps shoppers from having to constantly empty it.
    — Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026
Definition of stage
Verb
  • How to Start Rucking Safely Experts recommend conditioning the body before loading up a pack, especially for men over 40 returning to exercise.
    — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026
  • Experts recommend conditioning your lower body and core before adding weighted distance, especially for men who have not trained regularly.
    — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of condition
Noun
  • The autopsy also found that a gunshot wound entered Wiley on the right side of his chest and exited on the left side of his chest, Crump said.
    — Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • On the opposite side of the lobby is SparkHouse, a private members club and creative hub for up-and-coming musicians and creatives.
    — Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
Definition of side
Noun
  • On Thursday, the star and producer revealed that production has commenced on Fast Forever, which is set for a March 17, 2028 premiere, the 11th and final chapter in the $7 billion action franchise that launched with 2001’s The Fast and the Furious.
    — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 4 July 2026
  • Either way, Reyes didn't spend long with San Diego's organization, and the release closes another chapter in a long and persistent career.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of chapter
Verb
  • All the activity around how the nation votes and runs its elections is a reflection of the Republican president's long fixation on his false claim that his 2020 election defeat was rigged.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 June 2026
  • All the activity around how the nation votes and runs its elections is a reflection of the Republican president’s long fixation on his false claim that his 2020 election defeat was rigged.
    — Bill Barrow, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
Definition of rig
Noun
  • Barin is the hotel’s high-end teppanyaki restaurant, seating 10 people at the counter and up to 16 in booths lining a long mural hand-drawn on gold leaf depicting Osaka’s history.
    — Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
  • Her boyfriend Eric Lopez looked at her, making a thumbs-up sign with both hands, which made her laugh.
    — Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026
Definition of hand
Noun
  • Working with sections about 2 inches wide, wrap the hair firmly around a silk heatless curling ribbon, directing the hair away from the face.
    — Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 8 July 2026
  • Even 6 inches of moving water can pose a serious risk of knocking you off your feet.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026
Definition of inch

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