A point or step in a process or development
“We have finally commenced the final stage of the project.”
A period in a process or development
“Then, in the following stage, we find a sharply critical reaction to the traditional ideology.”
A raised floor or platform, typically in a theatre, on which actors, entertainers, or speakers perform
“It felt surreal to be up on the stage, performing in front of thousands of people.”
The industry or activity of acting or stage performance
“She cut her teeth for many years as a stage actor.”
A scene of action or forum of debate, especially in a particular political context
“The reform of pensions would put civil servants at the center of the political stage.”
A level area surrounded by seating, in which sports, entertainments, and other public events are held
A time period of indeterminate length, generally more than one year
One's position in relation to their circumstances
Where something is positioned or located
A setting, occasion, or medium for exhibiting something or someone, especially in an attractive or favorable aspect
A stage in a gradual process
A newly occurring incident in a current state of affair
A combination of events or circumstances
Each of a succession of stages, especially in a competition
Physical background and props for performance
A particular incident, or the time at which it takes place
A setting, in particular for a work of art or literature
A horse-drawn coach that runs routinely between two destinations to transport passengers and mail
A level or floor of a building or large vehicle
A person's prestige, position or standing, especially relative to others
A place on a railway line where trains regularly stop so that passengers can get on or off
An event or discovery representing an important stage or juncture
A supportive base, typically the lowest load-bearing part of a building
The rigid supporting structure of an object such as a vehicle, building, or piece of furniture
A suitable or opportune time for doing something
To perform or exhibit in public
“While they may stage the same play each night, each performance is subtly different.”
To fake an event
“He would stage his own death before absconding to a foreign country.”
To organize and participate in (a public event)
“Air traffic controllers threatened to stage a partial strike if their demands were not considered.”
To display or show (something) for others to see
To present formally for discussion or consideration
To carry out in gradual stages
To carry out a task, especially one that requires a degree of ability or skill
To be a symbol or embodiment of
(media) To publish or broadcast
To make a performance of
To redo, especially a stage production or entertainment piece
To become disobedient against authority
Of, or relating to, acting or the art of drama
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