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first stage

ADJECTIVE

experimental

Synonyms

STRONGEST

empirical preliminary unproved

WEAK

beginning developmental experiential laboratory momentary on approval pilot preparatory primary probationary provisional speculative temporary tentative test trial trial-and-error unconcluded under probation

Antonyms

WEAK

proven tested tried

NOUN

ground floor

Synonyms

WEAK

beginnings first crack head start preliminaries very beginning

Example Sentences

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According to the researchers, the first stage begins earlier in life when the body experiences various forms of disruption.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

Investors often underestimate that transition — because the first stage feels tradable.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

The first stage of the expansion aimed to build space for the 40 Boeing 737s Copa already bought that "are being delivered."

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

According to Trish, who is from Belfast, surviving treatment is just the first stage in a recovery programme which, for many, can take years.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

This is the end of the first stage of Pip’s expectations.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens

first stage

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