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as in aspect
a certain way in which something appears or may be regarded
the moral phase of the problem has yet to be considered
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as in to condition
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Recent Examples of phase
Abeer Salman, CNN, 25 Mar. 2025
Many species introduced in the early phases of the program—especially fast-growing poplars and pines grown in monoculture plantations—were poorly suited to the harsh, dry environments of northern China.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Lindy Segal, Glamour, 7 Mar. 2025
If a target is identified, the attacker will proceed to phase 3.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) said Sunday that no food, water, medicines, or fuel had entered Gaza in three weeks, marking a longer siege than what was in place in the first phase of the war.
—Abeer Salman, CNN, 25 Mar. 2025
Many species introduced in the early phases of the program—especially fast-growing poplars and pines grown in monoculture plantations—were poorly suited to the harsh, dry environments of northern China.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Verb
Although many reformulations are unavoidable, a lot of brands phase things out voluntarily.
—Lindy Segal, Glamour, 7 Mar. 2025
If a target is identified, the attacker will proceed to phase 3.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for phase
Noun
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The Cost Of Sleep Deprivation In The Workplace When employees are chronically sleep-deprived, every aspect of organizational performance suffers: morale, communication, focus, creativity, and long-term retention.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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The next step in Eagleman’s argument is that there are too many channels in a human-to-human relationship for an A.I., or eventually a robot, to emulate—such as smell, touch, social interactions with friends and family—and that these aspects are hardwired into our natures.—
Jaron Lanier,
The New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Richard Chamberlain, the spirited actor known for his handle of larger-than-life characters on both stage and screen, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, at the age of 90, two days shy of his 91st birthday.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
30 Mar. 2025
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Lap 110: Chase Elliott has held the lead since restarting on the front row following the stage break.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2025
Verb
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We’ve been conditioned, especially as women, to tie our worth to our ability to be everything to everyone.—
Ruhama Wolle,
Glamour,
27 Mar. 2025
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The Rays’ staff is conditioned to see opportunity in every challenge.—
Chad Jennings,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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One bounces off the right side, while the other rebounds off the upper right corner.—
Sarah K. Rich,
Artforum,
1 Apr. 2025
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The power-reserve indicator, previously located at 12 o’clock, has been moved to the movement side and is now visible through the back of the watch.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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As for what’s next for Salke, sources around town noted that her new first-look production deal at Amazon actually sets her up for a new chapter that will somewhat free her from the creative constraints that come with answering to tech bosses.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2025
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Bafana Bafana are writing a new chapter in South African football.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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During President Joe Biden’s term, Democrats lined up to embrace court packing as a means of rigging judicial outcomes to their liking.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
20 Mar. 2025
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Dominion Voting Systems, after Fox News aired false claims that the company rigged the 2020 election.—
Jean Marbella,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Low intervention, low manipulation and a light hand of the winemaker.—
Lana Bortolot,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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With tech in one hand and heart in the other, Riri is forced to navigate a new kind of battle—one that challenges her intellect, her upbringing, and her purpose.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
30 Mar. 2025
Noun
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As of Wednesday, the Olympic Valley ski resort had received a total of 326 inches of snow to date this winter sports season.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacramento Bee,
21 Mar. 2025
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Depending on the tulip variety, spacing should be 3 to 6 inches apart.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Phase.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/phase. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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