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locum tenens

noun

ˈlō-kəm-ˈtē-ˌnenz

Definition of locum tenens

as in replacement

a person or thing that takes the place of another I'm just a locum tenens, so any major decisions should be deferred until your regular doctor returns from vacation

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Recent Examples of locum tenens Staffing challenges during this period led to Saint Alphonsus leaning heavily on locum tenens physicians — traveling doctors assigned by specialized agencies to fill shifts on a contract basis — for its trauma department. — Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 16 July 2026 In healthcare, roughly 7% to 8% of physicians now work in locum tenens arrangements, that is, temporary placements that offer high hourly rates and no long-term benefits, according to CHG Healthcare. — Joseph Coughlin, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2026 Forecasts from industry analysts suggest that per diem opportunities, or the ability for healthcare workers to fill in for shifts as needed, will expand, as will the utilization of locum tenens. — Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 1 Mar. 2024 When Whittingham stepped in as Meyer’s replacement in 2005, there were holes in the program after an undefeated season, and there were many lessons for the locum tenens to learn. — Gordon Monson, The Salt Lake Tribune, 12 Nov. 2021 When service units are forced to hire temporary locum tenens physicians in lieu of decreasing services, the quality of care can change dramatically. — WSJ, 17 July 2017

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Noun

The fear of a $30,000 battery replacement was a major disincentive.

— James Morris, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
The company's window replacement quotes are often significantly more affordable than those from specialized competitors.

— Jason Rueger, USA Today, 29 July 2026

Definition of replacement

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But the blustery autumn wind is no substitute for the cozy rays of a summer sun.

— Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 30 July 2026
Pitulic was employed as a long-term substitute at GCISD since January 2023 and frequently subbed for teachers at Dove Elementary.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026

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