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How to pronounce stage
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What does stage mean?
nounA phase.
“He is in the recovery stage of his illness.”
One of the portions of a device (such as a rocket or thermonuclear weapon) which are used or activated in a particular order, one after another.
A platform; a surface, generally elevated, upon which show performances or other public events are given.
“The band returned to the stage to play an encore.”
verbTo produce on a stage, to perform a play.
“The local theater group will stage "Pride and Prejudice".”
To arrange in a manner intended to deceive.
“The salesman's demonstration of the new cleanser was staged to make it appear highly effective.”
To furnish and decorate (a property) to make it more appealing to potential buyers.
“to stage a house or flat”
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