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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
Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
The lack of official updates this time raises questions about the success of the test, which could indicate challenges during reentry or landing phases.
—Ars Technica, 24 Jan. 2025
Nir Arielli, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
This apparently phased deal and the pause towards a potential greater peace is pretty much what has been on the table for several months with much of the trappings of the plan President Biden put forth last year.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 15 Jan. 2025
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Noun
It is expected that by the end of the first phase of the current deal's completion, 33 Israeli hostages will have been freed in exchange for the release of around 1,900 Palestinian detainees.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
The lack of official updates this time raises questions about the success of the test, which could indicate challenges during reentry or landing phases.
—Ars Technica, 24 Jan. 2025
Verb
The security, reconstruction, and governance missions should have phased approaches wherein international responsibility and oversight can eventually pass to the PA once it has been revitalized and can prove its ability to manage these tasks.
—Nir Arielli, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
This apparently phased deal and the pause towards a potential greater peace is pretty much what has been on the table for several months with much of the trappings of the plan President Biden put forth last year.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for phase
Noun
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This is perhaps one of the most compelling aspects of wearing outstanding tunnel outfits: These moments push athletes into the forefront in an undeniable way.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
23 Jan. 2025
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To her, this consumer profiling is one of the more concerning aspects of these online gambling products.—
Allison Parshall,
Scientific American,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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But a TikTok comeback and leaning into motherhood have set Trainor up for her most successful stage yet.—
Jeff Nelson,
People.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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After the Falcon 9 rocket's upper stage essentially puts itself into a trans-lunar injection, Odin will separate about 45 minutes after the launch.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
Ars Technica,
29 Jan. 2025
Verb
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My older deputies have been conditioned to say, ‘Lock them up, throw the key away.—
Mankaprr Conteh,
Rolling Stone,
25 Jan. 2025
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Designed to be gentle yet effective, this daily cleanser is packed with provitamin B5, allantoin, and rose water to condition your skin, melt away makeup, and protect your moisture barrier.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 Jan. 2025
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On the other side, the blows Israel landed against Iran and Hezbollah had created political space for an agreement.—
Julian E. Barnes,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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These leggings have ultra-deep side pockets on each thigh that can easily fit my smartphone and wallet.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Jan. 2025
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Overall, the Red Bull sponsorship deal represents a new chapter for Trackhouse Racing and a potentially transformative moment for NASCAR.—
Joel Thayer,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
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Using notes from journalists and his observations during the Frankfurt Auschwitz Trials of 1963–1965, Weiss condensed the original judicial statements into a total of 11 chapters, to depict the hell on earth that emerged during the trial.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
27 Jan. 2025
Verb
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All allegations that the 2024 election was rigged are speculative, and there are no investigations examining the claims.—
John Yoo and John Shu,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
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Some still believe that the 2020 election was rigged and in effect stolen from Donald Trump.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The consistency is like a foam hand soap—very airy.—
Danielle Sinay,
Glamour,
29 Jan. 2025
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Borrowers hoping for more financial relief from the Federal Reserve may have a wait on their hands, as the central bank is hit the pause button on additional rate cuts at its Jan. 29 meeting.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
29 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The pieces, down to one-quarter inch, were picked from the mangled capsule one by one with tweezers.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
19 Jan. 2025
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Hartford, Connecticut, could see 5 to 7 inches of snow and Portland, Maine, could receive up to 8 inches.—
Allison Chinchar,
CNN,
19 Jan. 2025
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“Phase.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/phase. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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