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
Dave Glaser, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Because of that overt threat, all of the hostage deals so far were designed as phased and gradual, according to an Israeli source with knowledge of the negotiations.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 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
Most enterprises operate hybrid environments combining legacy systems, modern processors and various service providers—making a phased approach essential for managing risk while demonstrating value.
—Dave Glaser, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Because of that overt threat, all of the hostage deals so far were designed as phased and gradual, according to an Israeli source with knowledge of the negotiations.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 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
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Use jig and pigs 18 to 25 feet deep along brush piles or main lake points with a gradual slope.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Sep. 2025
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The central bank has also been setting its daily reference rate stronger — around which the onshore yuan is allowed to trade within a 2% range — near its strongest level seen in last November, allowing a gradual appreciation against the dollar.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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At first, the poster was happy to meet someone new and even adjusted the reservation to make space.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
14 Sep. 2025
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The two-year Treasury yield tracks expectations for the Fed’s rate policy, and has swiftly dropped as markets have adjusted to the prospect of rate cuts.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
14 Sep. 2025
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World Sevens is not regulated by FIFA, and its competitions do not compete against domestic league schedules, meaning participating players can maintain club obligations while playing in the tournaments.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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While the sector is heavily regulated, AI introduces new challenges—particularly around transparency in decision-making, transaction governance and regulatory compliance.—
Ravi Gedela,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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For millennia, human brains adapted to local environments, languages and cultural practices.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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They were adapted from existing internal combustion engine platforms, with the electric powertrains shoehorned inside.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
12 Sep. 2025
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At the time, Huang had also revealed the company's new RTX Pro GPU for the Chinese market, which had been tailored for AI smart factories and logistics.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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The Bottom Line Overall, this new study is a wonderful reminder that breast milk is a dynamic food, and one that’s tailored to meet your baby’s needs.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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But before resorting to tears, try these steps from Rome that are best suited for cotton and linen fabrics.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
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The earlier kick-off suited her, leaving less time to ruminate in her room.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This paradox—seeing the system as rigged but loath to fall into the NPC pit—is emerging as a defining Gen Z quality.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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When the system’s rigged against you, try to undermine it or circumvent it.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
10 Sep. 2025
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These shifting climates intimately shaped the biosphere over this span (and vice versa), and in occasional terrifying pulses, threatened to end it.—
Peter Brannen,
Quanta Magazine,
15 Sep. 2025
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One of the earliest poetic works that collectively shaped us is the Shahnameh, an epic poem by the Persian poet Ferdowsi.—
Fatemeh Jamalpour,
Literary Hub,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Phased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/phased. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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