| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| PHASED | ... out (eliminated in stages) |
| phased | Carry out (something) in gradual stages |
| phase | to carry out in distinct stages or development |
| phased | PHASE, to carry out in distinct stages or development |
| stepped | Carried out or occurring in stages or with pauses rather than continuously |
| PHASED | ... out (eliminated) |
| ODDMEN | .. out: eliminated ones |
| XED | Eliminated, with "out" |
| IRONED | Eliminated (with "out"). |
| PHASED | Eliminated gradually, with "out" |
