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phaseout

American

[feyz-out] / ˈfeɪzˌaʊt /

Or phase-out

noun

an act or instance of phasing out; planned discontinuation or expiration.

Etymology

Origin of phaseout

First recorded in 1955–60; noun use of verb phrase phase out

Example Sentences

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It has led to a steady global phaseout of chemicals that once damaged the ozone layer and increased risks such as skin cancer.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

That will probably require further breakthroughs, especially in hard-to-decarbonize sectors like steel and cement, and a complete phaseout of coal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 13, 2025

Wood expects ramping volumes to lend themselves to margin expansion, along with the phaseout of expedited shipping and elevated discard rates.

From Barron's • Dec. 2, 2025

The phaseout range for the bonus deduction is $75,000 to $175,000 for individuals.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 22, 2025

For 2026, the income phaseout for individuals making Roth IRA contributions begins at $153,000 and vanishes after $168,000.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 13, 2025

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