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Discover LudwigThe phrase "preliminary stages" is correct and commonly used in written English
It refers to the initial steps or early phases of a process or project. Example: The construction of the new office building is still in its preliminary stages, with architects and engineers finalizing the design plans. Another example: In the preliminary stages of the trial, the judge and lawyers discussed potential jurors and evidence that would be presented.
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Both proposals are in preliminary stages.
"We're in the preliminary stages," Ms. McKeon said.
"We are still in the preliminary stages," Brigadier Lane said.
Along with a group of reporters, he brainstormed: Preliminary stages.
These studies are promising but in their preliminary stages.
"These are in the very preliminary stages; there's nothing in development," Mr. Browne said.
That meeting of the minds is evidently in its preliminary stages.
Though no offer has been made, talks have progressed past the preliminary stages.
Diplomacy to lay the groundwork for winning that swift passage is in the most preliminary stages.
The proposal is in its preliminary stages, said Terry Lynam, a North Shore-L.I.J. spokesman.
The United States and Canadian governments are still in the preliminary stages of their joint investigation into the blackout.
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