at this stage

Idioms  

1. Also,. At this (that) step, phase, or position in a process or activity, as in I'm not sure if you can help at this stage, but perhaps you can pitch in later, or I don't need an assistant at this stage of the game. The variant uses game in the sense of “a particular process or activity.” [Early 1800s]

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Example Sentences

"But nothing indicates, at this stage, what the causes of death are," he added.

From Barron's

They have conceded eight goals - two more than at this stage a year ago.

From BBC

Nestle told AFP on Friday it would cooperate with the probes, adding there was "no evidence" at this stage linking its products to the infant deaths.

From Barron's

BBC Sport understands Spurs have made an approach but no outcome has been reached at this stage.

From BBC

Their home games are going to be crucial to get them to safety, so this almost feels must-win for Scott Parker's side, even at this stage.

From BBC