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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
Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Create phased repair plans for critical maintenance over 10 years.
—Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 8 Mar. 2026
Construction, which will include an exterior remodeling, is expected to begin later this year with phased openings, including additional retail, dining and wellness concepts, in 2028.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Northwood, based in southern California, makes phased array antennas, mobile ground infrastructure that increases satellites’ connectivity to Earth.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 28 Jan. 2026
After several years of phased construction and testing, the project has entered its final pre-launch stage, with officials confirming that passenger services will begin rolling out later this year.
—Keith J Fernandez, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Jan. 2026
The phased approach emerging from policy discussions on the mainland follows this very logic.
—Sandy Peng, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The site for the multi-phased project was formerly Flint Elementary School, which was built in the early 1950s and remained in use until merging with Blue Jacket Elementary in 1996.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2026
Functioning as a modular toolkit, each module can be applied independently or concurrently—allowing phased adoption aligned with operational goals and capital availability.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 11 Dec. 2025
Kendrick Calfee
february 8, Kansas City Star, 8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
The phased demolition of the Lincolnwood Town Center is expected to begin in May, with demolition of the building most recently known as Harlem Furniture, located on the southeast side closest to McCormick Boulevard.
—Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Create phased repair plans for critical maintenance over 10 years.
—Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 8 Mar. 2026
Construction, which will include an exterior remodeling, is expected to begin later this year with phased openings, including additional retail, dining and wellness concepts, in 2028.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Northwood, based in southern California, makes phased array antennas, mobile ground infrastructure that increases satellites’ connectivity to Earth.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 28 Jan. 2026
After several years of phased construction and testing, the project has entered its final pre-launch stage, with officials confirming that passenger services will begin rolling out later this year.
—Keith J Fernandez, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Jan. 2026
The phased approach emerging from policy discussions on the mainland follows this very logic.
—Sandy Peng, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The site for the multi-phased project was formerly Flint Elementary School, which was built in the early 1950s and remained in use until merging with Blue Jacket Elementary in 1996.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2026
Functioning as a modular toolkit, each module can be applied independently or concurrently—allowing phased adoption aligned with operational goals and capital availability.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 11 Dec. 2025
Verb
Construction is phased, with phase one starting this spring, and phase two starting sometime in 2027.
—Kendrick Calfee
february 8, Kansas City Star, 8 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for phased
Adjective
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The effect appeared gradual and cumulative over time.—
Mira Miller,
Verywell Health,
26 Apr. 2026
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The rollout is expected to mark a gradual transition from testing environments to real-world deployment of fully unmanned driving systems.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The film came in nearly $30 million ahead of projections and its domestic haul sets a new record for the biggest opening ever for a biographical film, surpassing Oppenheimer’s $80 million debut (not adjusted for inflation).—
SPIN Staff,
SPIN,
27 Apr. 2026
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Though again, this data has not been adjusted for regional differences in cost of living.—
Cory Turner,
NPR,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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They’re regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to ensure proper safeguards are in place to prevent microscopic cement particles from causing health problems in nearby residents.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Apr. 2026
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The president did not legalize psychedelics or weed, but his orders change the way these drugs will be regulated.—
O. Rose Broderick,
STAT,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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ReelShort has since adapted the story into a soccer romance in Spanish and a baseball drama in Japan.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
25 Apr. 2026
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When selecting plants like beans, cucumbers, and tomatoes, look for determinate or bush-type plants—these varieties stay small and are well-adapted to containers.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances.—
NIa Bowers,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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IndieWire debuts the trailer exclusively below ahead of the June 26 release of a movie that feels expressly tailored for the summer season.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The two-story barn is heated and has the capability for a workshop while the second floor is suited for recreation or a studio, the listing said.—
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Rampart represents a larger class suited for more capable uncrewed fighters, potentially aligning with programs such as the CCA initiative.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Flouting Fair Districts, Florida’s new congressional map is rigged in Republicans’ favor, denying millions of voters the opportunity to elect someone of their choice.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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In 2016, the Dallas Police Department rigged a robot with a bomb to kill a gunman who shot and killed five police officers as he was barricaded in a building.—
Adi Guajardo,
CBS News,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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These gestures are shaped by a mix of influencer aesthetics and pop culture.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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As messages of condolence poured in, Tebow emphasized a different perspective shaped by his beliefs.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Phased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/phased. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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