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to phase out
phrasal verb
Gradually stop using or providing something
- 1The company plans to phase out the old software by next year.
- 2They are phasing out the use of plastic bags in stores.
To phase out means to slowly get rid of something or stop using it. It's like when you have a favorite toy but you start playing with it less and less until you don't play with it at all. It's a gradual process of moving away from something.
Remember, phasing out is not about abruptly stopping something, but rather gradually reducing its use over time. It's like turning down the volume on a song slowly instead of hitting the mute button all at once.
in the campus library
Transitioning to Digital Resources
Donald
I heard they're planning to phase out the use of physical textbooks next semester.
Sarah
Really? I guess it makes sense with all the digital resources available now.
Donald
Yeah, it'll be a big change, but it should make things more convenient.
Sarah
True, carrying around a tablet is much easier than a stack of books.
at a fuel pump
Shifting to Electric Vehicles
Stephanie
I heard they're planning to phase out gasoline cars in the next decade.
Margaret
Really? I guess we'll all be driving electric soon.
Stephanie
Yes, it's part of the move towards more sustainable energy.
Margaret
That makes sense, considering the environmental benefits.
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Similar to "to phase out":
- 1discontinue
- 2withdraw
- 3remove