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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

Should their monthly income exceed $2,495 – a $1.59/hour pay boost, translating into $255 in additional monthly earnings – that family’s eligibility will phase out, resulting in up to a $740 loss in food support.

From Scientific American • Jul. 7, 2023

General Motors Co recently said it will phase out CarPlay in future models.

From Reuters • May 3, 2023

But they will phase in the changes over three years, rather than all at once, and that will lessen the immediate effects.

From New York Times • Mar. 31, 2023