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staged

American  
[steyjd] / 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.


Other Word Forms

  • unstaged adjective
  • well-staged adjective

Etymology

Origin of staged

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

Example Sentences

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Last Saturday, Denmark’s Arctic command forces staged a rescue mission of an American crew member who needed urgent medical attention.

From Salon

The US Department of Justice announced Friday that 30 more people are being charged for their roles in an anti-ICE protest staged last month at a church in Minnesota.

From BBC

In its finest moments, “Man on the Run” does precisely that, shedding new light on the ways in which McCartney staged his remarkable 1970s comeback.

From Salon

Farmers across Europe remain unconvinced and are up in arms, including in Spain where they staged a protest against the deal in Madrid earlier this month.

From Barron's

Organisers have also staged the first ever Brits Fringe event, featuring masterclasses from industry experts and live sets from emerging stars in the city.

From BBC