in 2nd stage vs at 2nd stage

Both "in 2nd stage" and "at 2nd stage" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "In 2nd stage" is used when referring to a process or progression, while "at 2nd stage" is used when specifying a particular point or level within a process.

Last updated: March 22, 2024

in 2nd stage

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a process or progression.

Use "in 2nd stage" when describing a process or progression and indicating that something is happening during the second stage of that process.

Examples:

We will implement the changes in the 2nd stage of the project.
The patient's condition deteriorated in the 2nd stage of the illness.

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He's still in the 2nd stage of training.
An internal Working Paper was drawn up to act as a baseline analysis (1st stage) for an external independent study (2nd stage), with the aim of establishing a series of indicators for media pluralism in Member States.
The maximum financial contribution which may be awarded for Slate Funding and Slate Funding 2nd stage is between EUR 70000 and EUR 190000.
In particular, it is more ambitious and specific than the EU-US Agreement with regard to traffic rights, ownership and control, even following the provisional application of the amending Protocol ("2nd stage").
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Erik and Phillip were in 2nd grade.
In parallel negotiations on the six files in 2nd reading continued unsuccessfully.
He's in 2nd Platoon Bravo, sir.
Sgt. Malarkey said to check if l should be in 2nd Platoon.
Eventually, the reserves were lifted either in 2nd reading or through transfers during the budget year.
Burma, energy, equality featured in 2nd September plenary
Not in 3rd - in 2nd.
The special circumstances of the Maritime Package showed, however, that it is not an ideal situation when the same Presidency is responsible for negotiations in 2nd and 3rd reading.

Alternatives:

during the 2nd stage
at the 2nd stage

at 2nd stage

This phrase is correct and commonly used when specifying a particular point or level within a process.

Use "at 2nd stage" when pinpointing a specific moment or level within a process, indicating that something is happening at that exact point.