Example: At this stage, we need to finalize our plans quickly.
Definition
"At this stage" is a phrase used to indicate the current point or phase in a process or situation, emphasizing what is relevant or necessary now. For example, it highlights the importance of finalizing plans at the present moment in a sequence of events.
The phrase "at this stage" originates from the metaphor of a 'stage' as a step or phase in a process, similar to a platform in a journey or development. The word 'stage' itself comes from the Old French 'estage,' meaning a standing place or a period in time. Did you know? The concept of stages helps people understand progress by breaking it into manageable parts.
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"At this stage" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B2) - set 1", containing 103 commonly used expressions.
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