stage 1 of 2

noun

ˈstāj How to pronounce stage (audio)
Definition of stagenext
1
as in podium
a level usually raised surface spoke to the audience from a small stage in front

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2
as in leg
a portion of a trip this is only the first stage of the journey

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3
as in chapter
an individual part of a process, series, or ranking in the last stage of the project

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4
as in drama
the public performance of plays drawn to the stage as a career

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stage

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verb

ˈstāj How to pronounce stage (audio)
as in to present
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition staged the full body of Shakespeare's plays in the course of a year

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Recent Examples of stage
Noun
The Village said the Pulte Homes redevelopment proposal is still in its very early stages and would need to go through major hoops, including a full public review process, before it is approved. — Marissa Perlman, CBS News, 31 July 2026 Unable to afford a state-of-the-art Roland TR-808, Rahzel (as Brown called himself on stage) figured out how to imitate all the rhythmic effects with his own mouth. — Jonathon Keats, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Verb
Since its inception, more than 160 productions have been staged, reaching more than 6 million people. — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026 The event will be staged mainly in Spain, Portugal and Morocco, with centenary matches in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay. — Rafael Nam, NPR, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for stage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stage
  1. podium
  2. leg
  3. chapter
  4. drama
  5. present
  6. platform
  7. lap
  8. phase
Noun
  • Eight out of 10 podiums this season have featured at least one Ferrari driver, and the Italian team secured two wins in three races (Barcelona and Silverstone).
    — Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • When Spain assembled on the podium to accept the World Cup trophy, which had been Argentina’s moments earlier, the South Americans turned their backs.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026
Definition of podium
Noun
  • The opportunity also allows the catcher to pull out a trick play, such as a throw between the legs, to get the the runner out at first base.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 27 July 2026
  • Nautica Walton, who was in ninth grade when she was shot in the leg, addressed Colt directly.
    — Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 27 July 2026
Definition of leg
Noun
  • There’s no need to rush past this chapter, these feelings, or this moment.
    — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026
  • As the tattoo machine hummed across her leg, Savanna Georges watched another chapter of her faith take shape in ink.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of chapter
Noun
  • As all of this finale drama is happening around him, Danny gets increasingly drunker, foreshadowing absolutely nothing good coming our way.
    — Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 30 July 2026
  • Blending coming-of-age drama with a dreamlike, science-fiction edge, the film filters Argentina’s economic instability and the pull of the digital world through the perspective of a child searching for an escape.
    — Emiliano de Pablos, Variety, 30 July 2026
Definition of drama
Verb
  • But if the opportunity presented itself, both actresses were game.
    — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 22 July 2026
  • The interview, therefore, presents an opportunity to stand out in a sea of clones.
    — Cami Fateh, Vogue, 22 July 2026
Definition of present
Noun
  • That network exists because of the platform her employer once had to be talked into.
    — Jasmine Browley, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • More than 50 of the players competing in this summer’s World Cup have featured on its platform, including France and PSG duo Bradley Barcola and Warren Zaire-Emery.
    — Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Definition of platform
Noun
  • Open enrollment has long been treated as the defining moment of the benefits cycle, a period of decision, activity and a victory lap.
    — Debby Moorman, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • Oversteering was another pain point, and Verstappen felt like the car was getting worse with each lap.
    — Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 28 July 2026
Definition of lap
Noun
  • TxDOT officials said another phase of this project that will directly affect the downtown and university is scheduled to start next year.
    — Mac Engel July 31, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026
  • The initial phase — covering the release of hostages and a ceasefire — was implemented in October.
    — Emma Nicholson, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Definition of phase

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“Stage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stage. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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