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To produce on a stage, to perform a play.

Example: The local theater group will stage "Pride and Prejudice".

To demonstrate in a deceptive manner.

Example: The salesman's demonstration of the new cleanser was staged to make it appear highly effective.

To orchestrate; to carry out.

Example: A protest will be staged in the public square on Monday.

To place in position to prepare for use.

Example: We staged the cars to be ready for the start, then waited for the starter to drop the flag.

A performance of a play

The scenery and/or organization of actors' movements on stage.

(by extension) The arrangement or layout of something in order to create an impression.

The organization of something in order to prepare for or facilitate working with it.