phase down
To slowly use less or do less of something over a period of time.
Meanings
To reduce the scale or amount of an activity, industry, or process in a planned, gradual way.
"The government agreed to phase down coal power generation by 40% over the next decade."
To gradually reduce financial support, subsidies, or investment over time.
"The agency plans to phase down its emergency funding as conditions stabilise."
Commonly used in policy, environmental, and business contexts, especially regarding energy production, emissions, or industrial activity. Less common than 'phase out' and implies reduction rather than complete elimination. Frequently appears in climate and energy policy discussions.
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