phase in
phrasal verb·1 sense·particle in
Meanings
Introduce something gradually in stages
Why “in”? Entering the activity. In shows the moment you start doing something.
“They'll phase in the new system.”
“The school phased in the timetable.”
Don't confuse with
Phase in means introduce something gradually in stages. Phase out means discontinue gradually.
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“They'll phase in the new system.” What does it mean?
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phase out
A contrast learners often mix up
Discontinue gradually
bring in
Same in pattern: beginning
Introduce someone or something into a discussion or organisation; Earn money for a person or business; Introduce a new law, system or rule; Deliver a verdict in a court
come in
Same in pattern: beginning
Enter a room or building; Arrive at a destination; Become available, fashionable or in season; Have a useful function or role; (of money or income) be received; Finish a race in a particular position
dig in
Same in pattern: beginning
Start eating or working with energy
dive in
Same in pattern: beginning
Plunge eagerly into an activity
jump in
Same in pattern: beginning
Eagerly enter a discussion; Start something without hesitation
kick in
Same in pattern: beginning
Begin to take effect; Contribute money towards a shared cost; Break a door open with a kick
pile in
Same in pattern: beginning
Start enthusiastically as a group
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