Example: At this stage, we need to finish the project quickly.
Definition
"At this stage" is an expression used to refer to a specific point or phase in a process or development. It indicates the current moment or condition in a sequence of events, often highlighting what is appropriate or necessary at that time.
The phrase "at this stage" originates from the metaphorical use of 'stage,' which historically referred to a platform or setting in a theater. Over time, 'stage' came to mean a phase or step in a process. Thus, "at this stage" means 'at this particular phase' of an ongoing sequence.
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"At this stage" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B1) - set 1", containing 123 commonly used expressions.
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