phases out
Slowly winds down
To phase something out is to discontinue it gradually rather than all at once: The company is phasing out its older product lines.
The process allows for adjustment—giving people time to transition, use up inventory, or find alternatives.
Often used in passive: Incandescent bulbs have been phased out in favor of LEDs.
- abolishOfficially end a practice
- discontinueTo stop doing
- eliminateRemove completely
- pull the plugDiscontinue or terminate something
- roll backReturn to prior condition
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