in stages

Rock said they’re doing the planting in stages so the plants on the crossing have a year to get established before wildlife can reach them.

“I never saw myself in stages like the Ford or the Hollywood Bowl,” Vasquez said.

Construction is being done in stages, which means some of the surrounding streets will not always be accessible while public works continue.

Liver disease progresses in stages of increasing damage.

Official health guidance is to reduce the dose of antidepressant medication in stages over time, rather than stopping it suddenly or missing doses, which could lead to withdrawal symptoms.