phase
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/feɪz/
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/feɪz/
a step or stage in a process
The first phase of the project will begin next month.
该项目的第一阶段将于下个月开始。
the changing shape of the moon as seen from Earth
We learned about the different moon phase in science class.
我们在科学课上学习了不同的月相。
to do something in steps over time
The new rules will be phased in gradually.
新规则将逐步分阶段实施。