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staged the full body of Shakespeare's plays in the course of a year
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Recent Examples of staged
Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
In 1970, a prominent Ba’athist military leader staged a coup known as the Corrective Movement, consolidated power, and became the president of Syria.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
Crypto companies also got a boost as cryptocurrencies staged a comeback.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
The show is the third in a series of shows staged by the museum sourcing work from nearby communities; the first two were staged at the museum’s original branch in New York, making this the format’s debut at the Miami location which opened in 2024.
—Douglas Markowitz, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026
Molina staged pop-ups and sold merchandise online during months of remediation, and officially reopened Sidecca’s doors in November as part of Mariposa Junction’s larger comeback.
—Solvej Schou, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Among those who witnessed the chaos were two pedicab drivers who staged across the street from Buford's on Sixth Street.
—Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
Following the news of Khamenei’s death, anti-regime expatriates in cities across Europe and North America staged rallies and celebrations, waving pre-1979 Iranian flags and voicing hopes that Khamenei’s death could accelerate political change in Tehran.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 2 Mar. 2026
If selected, the four-day festival would be staged at Camping World Stadium, which is currently undergoing renovations designed to enhance both athlete performance spaces and fan experiences.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Feb. 2026
Verb
The Kings and Suns exchanged leads a couple of times early in the second half before Phoenix staged a 14-0 run to take a 76-63 lead following back-to-back 3-pointers by Royce O’Neal.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
In 1970, a prominent Ba’athist military leader staged a coup known as the Corrective Movement, consolidated power, and became the president of Syria.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
Crypto companies also got a boost as cryptocurrencies staged a comeback.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
The show is the third in a series of shows staged by the museum sourcing work from nearby communities; the first two were staged at the museum’s original branch in New York, making this the format’s debut at the Miami location which opened in 2024.
—Douglas Markowitz, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026
Molina staged pop-ups and sold merchandise online during months of remediation, and officially reopened Sidecca’s doors in November as part of Mariposa Junction’s larger comeback.
—Solvej Schou, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Among those who witnessed the chaos were two pedicab drivers who staged across the street from Buford's on Sixth Street.
—Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
Following the news of Khamenei’s death, anti-regime expatriates in cities across Europe and North America staged rallies and celebrations, waving pre-1979 Iranian flags and voicing hopes that Khamenei’s death could accelerate political change in Tehran.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 2 Mar. 2026
If selected, the four-day festival would be staged at Camping World Stadium, which is currently undergoing renovations designed to enhance both athlete performance spaces and fan experiences.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for staged
Adjective
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Gumbs is coming off a sensational showing at the NFL Scouting Combine.—
Mike Kaye
Updated March 5,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Mar. 2026
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Brilliant blue waves meet a sensational crescent of white sand at Salt Whistle Bay, one of the most stunning anchorages in the southeastern Caribbean.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Although the Padres offered a comparable deal at three years instead of two, California’s 13% tax rate on income above $1 million proved a key difference.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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Unlike in previous years, with multiple steep, fast lanes of tubing, a much smaller, more family-friendly hill is being offered for only $10 per person.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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While both candidates occupied the party’s progressive flank, Talarico presented himself as a Democrat who could speak the language of faith and values to voters who have drifted rightward in recent years.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
4 Mar. 2026
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If the staff determines that a building is eligible, the staff’s recommendation must be presented before the Historic Preservation Commission for a public hearing within 45 days of receipt of the demolition application.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Pick one showy trailer, like this orange ‘Bossa Nova’ begonia, and then build up around it.—
Johanna Silver,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2026
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Geraniums' colorful blooms and the striking leaves and showy flowers of the canna lily are easy to care for and beautiful.—
Jamie McIntosh,
The Spruce,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In the end, a small delegation — including the team’s head coach — attended the ceremony, but the conflict gave a tangible example of the tension that was already simmering.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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The group gave Hall a list of its recommendations—which included increasing visitation access and adding staff for programs—and most of the items were Friedmann’s.—
James Verini,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Just offshore, Mafia Island Marine Park is home to vibrant coral reef systems and elaborate trenches ideal for diving.—
Melanie van Zyl,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Mar. 2026
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Colin Powell, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, was sent before the United Nations with an elaborate prop arsenal of faulty intelligence, photos, charts, and power point presentations, all ostensibly proving that Saddam Hussein was hiding weapons of mass destruction.—
Gene Collier,
Mercury News,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Some of the more seasoned staff, including and especially the indefatigable charge nurse Dana Evans (Katherine LaNasa), remember the days before everyone carried an iPad well enough to keep things moving.—
Culture Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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As the driver took off, the frantic mother carried her son back inside the hospital, where teams of doctors performed chest compressions and other rescue efforts, but failed to save him.—
Dave Carlin,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The contrast of her smokey eyes, noticeably created with softer brown tones instead of black or gray, adds drama to this red carpet look that stuns without feeling overdone.—
Nicole Catanese,
InStyle,
25 Feb. 2026
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If minutes are not overdone, secretaries should be able to participate in deliberations and promptly have draft minutes available for member review to comply with Civil Code Section 4950(a).—
Kelly G. Richardson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Staged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staged. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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