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staged

American  
[stayjd] / steɪdʒd /

adjective

  1. adapted for or produced on the stage.

  2. contrived for a desired impression.

    It was a staged, rather than spontaneous, demonstration of affection.

  3. occurring or planned to occur in stages.

    a staged increase in wages.


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Etymology

Origin of staged

First recorded in 1560–70; stage + -ed 3


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Environmental campaigners have staged a Halloween themed demonstration outside the first minister's official residence over "scary" fossil fuels.

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026

A second aircraft carrier, an amphibious assault ship and more than a dozen guided-missile destroyers are also involved in the effort, as well as aircraft and drones staged across the Middle East, officials said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026

The surprise inclusion of a certain actor and staged reenactments are among the film’s non-conventional elements that expose the tensions between performance, nonfiction and truth.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2026

And Macquarie analyst Steve Koenig wrote last week that software companies are facing a “more difficult” setup this earnings season given that many stocks in the sector have staged strong comebacks in recent months.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 28, 2026

The parade ended with a tableau, or silent play, staged on the steps of the U.S.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling

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