Phase out

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verb

To gradually stop using, producing, or providing something.

The government plans to phase out the use of harmful chemicals in agriculture.
Visual representation of "phase out" - To gradually stop using, producing, or providing something.

Often appears as...

  • phase out production
  • phase out use
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Time Span

Phasing out something can take several years and isn't usually done abruptly.

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The use of plastic bags will be phased out over the next decade.
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Policy Changes

Used to describe official plans by governments or organizations to end something.

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The education department is phasing out old textbooks.
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Negative Connotation

Often used for things considered outdated or harmful.

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They're phasing out the inefficient machinery.
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