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4. phase out= to gradually stop using something

E.g. Over the following three years, the use of the drug will be phased out.

5. in a bid to= in order to

E.g/ By the May Day holiday in 2018, the museum may offer tickets for different periods throughout a day, in a bid to avoid too many tourists at a time.

6. triggered=01 to make something happen

E.g. The news of his death triggered more violence.

a.to cause someone to have a particular feeling or memory

You find that strangely familiar smells trigger memories of childhood.

b.to cause someone to do or say something

E.g. trigger a response/reaction: The report has triggered a fierce response from the governor.


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