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

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Getting through the first stage was a breeze for the U.S., which won its first two games, collecting six points in group play for the first time since 1930.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

Mizuho analyst Brett Linzey says the first stage of physical artificial intelligence is occurring in structured industrial environments.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

BHP completed a review of its estimates for the expansion after reporting rising costs for the first stage of the development, which is expected to enter production next year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

The first stage will focus on safety, not on proving that the treatment improves vision or stops AMD progression.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

The first stage took place in a magistrate’s court.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

first stage

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