“Fazed” or “Phased”—Which to use?

“Fazed” or “Phased”

Overview

fazed / phased are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

fazed: (verb) disturb the composure of.

phased: (verb) arrange in phases or stages. (verb) adjust so as to be in a synchronized condition.

Pronunciation

fazed: f·EY·z·d

phased: f·EY·z·d

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Examples in Context

Examples of “fazed”

…(the weekly host was gradually fazed out of the show later

Examples of “phased”

…nuclear power plants have been phased out, but most (as of…
…a Master Plan for a phased and organised development of KKIA…
…system is now gradually being phased out in favor of buses…
…Rover Group and was finally phased out as a brand in
…Electronic controls of the transmission phased out the old hydraulic/mechanically controlled
…and the short-wheelbase version was phased out in most markets.
…the Barnsley brand will be phased out by July.
Air divisions were gradually phased out of the Air Force…
…War II, the ships were phased out of service and by…
…in the character quickly being phased out early in season 2…

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