phases
word · lemma: phase
Definition
Distinct periods or steps in a process of change or development; 'phases' are separate stages something goes through.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly appears as 'in the early/final phases', 'go through phases', and in scientific or technical contexts. Not to be confused with 'faces' (appearance) or with the verb 'to phase out' (gradually stop using). Often refers to both physical and metaphorical stages.
Example Sentences
The project has several phases before it is finished.
basic
Children go through different phases as they grow.
basic
The moon has different phases every month.
basic
We’re still in the early phases of the experiment, so there’s a lot to learn.
natural
My taste in music changed a lot across different phases of my life.
natural
Don’t worry, kids go through weird phases sometimes.
natural