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
Bassem Mroue,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
In exchange, Iran received phased relief from international economic sanctions.
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Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
As a multi-phased review by UK regulators may have thrown their own spanner in Para-WBD works last week, there is some serious money on the table for Ellison and his Oracle founder father if the merger isn’t locked in by September 30.
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Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
15 June 2026
To solve the problem, the team turned to phased arrays, flat electronic antennas that steer radio beams without moving parts.
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New Atlas,
30 May 2026
Garcia’s phased renovation will continue across the remaining floors; for the best views, ask for an upper-level suite.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
Duncan Lennox, chief product and technology officer at HubSpot, says the milestone was achieved following a three-part phased rollout that began in 2023 and didn’t depend on a mandate.
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John Kell,
Fortune,
13 May 2026
CrossBoundary is developing a $250 million solar-and-storage project for Ivanhoe’s Kamoa-Kakula, with phased delivery expected toward full capacity by the third quarter this year.
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Ruben Nyanguila,
semafor.com,
6 May 2026
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.
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Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Kendrick Calfee
february 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
The deal envisions Lebanese army control over phased Israeli pullback zones and tighter limits on foreign funding for armed groups.
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Bassem Mroue,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
In exchange, Iran received phased relief from international economic sanctions.
—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
As a multi-phased review by UK regulators may have thrown their own spanner in Para-WBD works last week, there is some serious money on the table for Ellison and his Oracle founder father if the merger isn’t locked in by September 30.
—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
15 June 2026
To solve the problem, the team turned to phased arrays, flat electronic antennas that steer radio beams without moving parts.
—
New Atlas,
30 May 2026
Garcia’s phased renovation will continue across the remaining floors; for the best views, ask for an upper-level suite.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
Duncan Lennox, chief product and technology officer at HubSpot, says the milestone was achieved following a three-part phased rollout that began in 2023 and didn’t depend on a mandate.
—
John Kell,
Fortune,
13 May 2026
CrossBoundary is developing a $250 million solar-and-storage project for Ivanhoe’s Kamoa-Kakula, with phased delivery expected toward full capacity by the third quarter this year.
—
Ruben Nyanguila,
semafor.com,
6 May 2026
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
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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Instead of doubling down on a flawed system, policymakers can make gradual changes by introducing new tax categories in the existing framework and imposing taxes that correspond to the alcoholic content of that category.
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And since then, improvements have been gradual rather than revolutionary.
Verb
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Several communities in the Pittsburgh area have adjusted their trash pickup times as the region is bracing for a heat wave with temperatures and heat indexes expected to be near 100 degrees this week.
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The difference is that this time, they’re being received by institutions who have recognized the market creators built for themselves and adjusted their approach accordingly.
Verb
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Oil can be produced, taxed, regulated, and wound down on a schedule, without being sold to a saver as a contribution to the energy transition.
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Currently, the only product that is regulated federally with date labels is infant formula.
Verb
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Players on Team Mexico certainly have been under such conditions way long enough to have adapted.
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Early settlers adapted European cooking traditions using ingredients available in North America, the Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress (CSPC) reported.
Verb
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Each family member receives personalized consultations and treatments tailored to their stage of life and health priorities, whether that relates to stress management, mobility, nutrition, sleep or emotional wellbeing.
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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.
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Costa d'Este Beach Resort & Spa Owned by Gloria and Emilio Estefan, this chic, modern retreat is especially well-suited for couples or girls getaways, says Gambino.
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From shedding leaves, bark, berries, seeds, and sap year-round to causing your sidewalks and driveway to lift and shift, not all trees are suited for yards.
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All the activity around how the nation votes and runs its elections is a reflection of the Republican president's long fixation on his false claim that his 2020 election defeat was rigged.
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All the activity around how the nation votes and runs its elections is a reflection of the Republican president’s long fixation on his false claim that his 2020 election defeat was rigged.
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Rather than designing a luxury escape filled with domestic gadgets, the architects have shaped a home that encourages slowing down and reconnecting with nature.
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Noticeably, the line was longest to enter the Florida pavilion, where guests could receive free plush manatee toys and practice their short game on a Florida shaped mini-putting green.
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“Phased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/phased. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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