as in gradual
proceeding or changing by steps or degrees
a phased construction of the tunnel through the heart of the city
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Recent Examples of phased
Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
The plan calls for $19 million in phased infrastructure projects within five years.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Oct. 2025
The framework envisions a phased Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, the return of all hostages, and a major prisoner exchange.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2025
The phased reopening, which began October 1, coincided with the first day of a federal government shutdown that furloughed thousands of National Park Service (NPS) employees and left many park operations with minimal or no staff.
—AFAR Media, 7 Oct. 2025
Rupp said the phased opening will help the staff get up to speed with less of the new restaurant pain.
—Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 19 Sep. 2025
And unlike most enterprise pilots that fail at rollout, F2 is delivered with phased onboarding, white-glove support, and enterprise-grade compliance.
—Don Muir, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Among the scenarios being considered ahead of the security meeting was a phased takeover of areas in Gaza not yet under military control, one government source said, speaking on condition of anonymity.
—USA Today, 8 Aug. 2025
While our framework shows strong early results, practical use will depend on phased adoption as quantum systems become more accessible over the years.
—Yashas Hariprasad, Space.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Verb
Trump’s grandiose peace plan still ended up phased and conditional – granting the Israeli leader political leeway with his hardline coalition.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
The plan calls for $19 million in phased infrastructure projects within five years.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Oct. 2025
The framework envisions a phased Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, the return of all hostages, and a major prisoner exchange.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2025
The phased reopening, which began October 1, coincided with the first day of a federal government shutdown that furloughed thousands of National Park Service (NPS) employees and left many park operations with minimal or no staff.
—AFAR Media, 7 Oct. 2025
Rupp said the phased opening will help the staff get up to speed with less of the new restaurant pain.
—Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 19 Sep. 2025
And unlike most enterprise pilots that fail at rollout, F2 is delivered with phased onboarding, white-glove support, and enterprise-grade compliance.
—Don Muir, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Among the scenarios being considered ahead of the security meeting was a phased takeover of areas in Gaza not yet under military control, one government source said, speaking on condition of anonymity.
—USA Today, 8 Aug. 2025
While our framework shows strong early results, practical use will depend on phased adoption as quantum systems become more accessible over the years.
—Yashas Hariprasad, Space.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for phased
Adjective
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The species displayed several unique characteristics that marked a gradual adaptation in the dyrosaurid bite and an important step in their evolution.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Oct. 2025
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This gradual movement raises concerns about prolonged exposure to damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and storm surge across the island.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The pressure rhythm was adjusted to an uneven triangle pattern to better match the freezing process.—
Pranjal Malewar,
New Atlas,
26 Oct. 2025
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Welcome to my College Football Playoff projections, which will be published weekly through the end of the season, updated and adjusted after each Saturday’s results.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Essential oils are not regulated for safety and potency by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).—
Emily Brown,
Verywell Health,
21 Oct. 2025
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Advertisement Minimal protections for football’s youngest players Experts argue that youth football is the least regulated of all.—
Alana Semuels,
Time,
20 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Hoover, a BookTok mega-phenomenon whose novels have dominated the New York Times best-seller list, has several books in the process of being adapted.—
Katy Waldman,
New Yorker,
24 Oct. 2025
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Now living on their acreage in Oregon’s wine country, Beverly has adapted to her new surroundings.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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When tailored to a hospital’s resources and executed well, these investments deliver exponential returns.—
Prof. Dr. med. Mazda Farshad,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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Falcon’s Talon mid-tower can be tailored for high-performance gaming with the latest AMD or Intel silicon, scaled up to a high-end desktop (HEDT) configuration using AMD Ryzen Threadripper, or loaded out as a true workstation powered by Threadripper Pro, as reviewed here.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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On one hand, it’s made refreshing with lime juice, and is totally suited for backyard barbecue sipping.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
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While vinegar is safe for most types of glass, there are a few glass surfaces not suited for this natural cleaner.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Stewart denied allegations that the pageant was rigged, and an internal investigation concluded no rigging took place.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
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However, federal authorities allege the games were rigged — unknowingly to the poker players the crime families targeted.—
Sean Neumann,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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These are frequently shaped into nested spheres—though there are many exceptions, including intricate axial symmetries.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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From an island shaped like a battleship to a village said to be home to a legendary witch, explore seven of the world’s eeriest, most mysterious destinations.—
Sarah Hutter,
CNN Money,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Phased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/phased. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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