stage
Plural
stages
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an elevated area, especially in theaters, on which artists perform for the audience
- The actor stepped onto the stage to deliver his monologue.
- The band played their hit songs on the main stage at the festival.
- She stood on the stage, taking a bow as the audience applauded.
- The theater crew set up the props and lighting on the stage for the upcoming play.
- The comedian's performance had the entire stage lit up with laughter.
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one of the phases in which a process or event is divided into
- The project is currently in the planning stage, where goals are being defined.
- She completed the first stage of the marathon, feeling strong and confident.
- The company is in the early stages of developing a new product line.
- The disease was diagnosed at an advanced stage, requiring immediate treatment.
- The play's rehearsal stage is crucial for perfecting the performance.
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a large horse-drawn coach formerly used to transport passengers and mail on regular routes between towns
- The stage arrived at the town square, ready to pick up new passengers.
- Travelers eagerly awaited the arrival of the stage to continue their journey.
- The stage carried both passengers and mail across the countryside.
- He waved goodbye as the stage departed, beginning its long route to the next town.
- In the 19th century, the stage was a common sight on busy travel routes.
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the platform on a microscope where a specimen is placed for examination
- She carefully positioned the slide on the microscope stage to observe the cells.
- The scientist adjusted the stage to focus on the intricate details of the sample.
- After mounting the specimen on the stage, he began his detailed analysis.
- The stage was equipped with clips to securely hold the slide in place.
- The biologist used the stage to examine the structure of the bacteria.
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