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
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
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
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
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
Adjective
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Following Fidel Castro’s departure from public life in 2008, Cuba’s subsequent leader, and Fidel’s brother, Raul Castro, announced a series of gradual steps intended to encourage private enterprise that had long been curtailed by the government.—
Joseph J. Gonzalez,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
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But one area that remained dominated by country crooners and fans, albeit amid gradual change, was Broadway.—
Leena Tailor,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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New Orleans — A bowtie is adjusted.—
Jenny Adams,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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While Ray successfully adjusted its orbit and continues to function, it was not designed to land.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In the United States, dietary supplements aren’t regulated like prescription medications, so some may not have the ingredients listed on the label.—
Trang Tran,
Verywell Health,
7 Oct. 2025
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Despite the sport’s reputation as dangerous, Bridge Day is tightly regulated, with multiple safety inspections.—
Taryn Shorr-Mckee,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Better to focus on species naturally adapted to your soil pH and looking for varieties/cultivars selected for improved fall color.—
Paul Cappiello,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Last of Us has also been adapted into a phenomenal TV series on HBO.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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By contrast, a human financial advisor can offer tailored, comprehensive financial planning to meet specific goals.—
Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,Kelli Grant, CFP®,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Reactor designs are tailored to customer needs, allowing integration into existing systems and application-specific piloting at industrial sites.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Our unit's 32GB of memory helped elevate its multimedia chops, but this system still fell beneath the tier of true content-creation laptops, better suited to everyday tasks and moderate office work.—
Matthew Buzzi,
PC Magazine,
5 Oct. 2025
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While many apples can be used for both purposes, some varieties are better suited for specific uses due to their unique taste and texture.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Lindell alleged the machines were rigged to change Trump votes to Biden votes.—
Steve Karnowski,
Twin Cities,
29 Sep. 2025
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Trump argued that the election was rigged.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Downey has written countless classic lines and shaped just as many characters.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Oct. 2025
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The moon's orbit is elliptical, or egg-shaped, rather than a perfect circle around the Earth.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Phased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/phased. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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