phase
noun
any of the major appearances or aspects in which a thing of varying modes or conditions manifests itself to the eye or mind.
will phase
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future tenseof phase.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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Over the next few years, Jay Leno’s Law will phase in smog check exemptions for collector cars built from model years 1976 through 1985 that are not used as a primary mode of transportation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 17, 2026
GM resurrected its beloved Chevrolet Bolt earlier this year but decided to curtail production to one shift instead of two, and will phase the vehicle out in 2027 to make way for gas-powered vehicles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026
Starbucks says it will phase out its mobile order and pickup-only outlets because they "lack warmth", as the world's biggest coffee chain continues to shakeup its operations.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2025
The plan also will phase in a requirement for energy companies to eliminate routine flaring of natural gas that is produced by new oil wells.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 2, 2023
Japan's core consumer inflation hit 3.4% in April, staying above the BOJ's target for over a year, keeping alive market expectations the bank will phase out YCC sometime this year.
From Reuters ● Jun. 15, 2023
