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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Adjective
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Trends generally fall into two categories: Evolutionary Trends: These are gradual shifts – think better, faster, or cheaper versions of what already exists.—
Dileep Rao,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025 -
Lessons in special education don't only happen in special education classes The University of Central Florida's teacher prep program has been under a gradual shift over the last seven years.—
Beth Wallis,
NPR,
15 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The food and wine As time progressed, Davis adjusted McNinch House’s concept to match her customers’ wants and developed a slightly less-formal dining experience.—
Jennings Cool,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Apr. 2025
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The asset limit under the bill would be automatically adjusted for inflation on a biennial basis.—
Josh Snyder,
Arkansas Online,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Currently, the disposal of wind turbine waste is regulated by the localities and states hosting wind turbine projects.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Dietary supplements are minimally regulated by the FDA and may or may not be suitable for you.—
Amy Fischer MS, RD,
Health,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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In 1982, Katt co-starred in the five-episode sitcom Herbie, the Love Bug, which was adapted from the 1968 Walt Disney film, The Love Bug.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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This story is adapted by Guy Lancaster from the online Encyclopedia of Arkansas, a project of the Central Arkansas Library System.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Apr. 2025
Verb
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This has resulted in the Blackbird (a versatile square frame that pairs well with a variety of looks) and Good Night (an oversized frame best suited for bolder looks).—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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Lopping pruners are best suited for material ½ inch or larger in diameter.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The current lawsuit stems from Lindell's public promise to pay anyone $5 million to disprove his claim that the 2020 presidential election was rigged in Biden's favor, based on Lindell's claim of Chinese government interference.—
Benedict Cosgrove,
Newsweek,
19 Dec. 2024
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Desmond apparently doesn’t suspect, however, that Mikaela has rigged the place to explode.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
15 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The 28-year-old has registered five goals and four assists in 18 league games this season.—
Roshane Thomas,
The Athletic,
27 Dec. 2024
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Additionally, reporting companies created or registered on or after December 3, 2024, and on or before December 23, 2024, have an additional 21 days to file.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Both years gave first-year starters Kyle McCord and Will Howard some time to get acclimated to the offense.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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After a productive redshirt season, freshman offensive tackle Ryan Hughes has fully acclimated to life to the next level and is on pace to be a key building block on the offensive line for the Horned Frogs.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Phased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/phased. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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