as in replacement
a person or thing that takes the place of another
you'll be getting a substitute until your regular teacher is feeling better if you like, you can use nuts as a substitute for coconut in that recipe
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as in synthetic
being such in appearance only and made with or manufactured from usually cheaper materials
substitute wools that supposedly have the look and feel of cashmere
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as in alternative
taking the place of one that came before
had to find substitute transportation during the bus strike
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as in to exchange
to give up (something) and take something else in return
can I substitute coleslaw for potato salad if I order the chicken plate?
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Recent Examples of substitute
Padma Balaji, Mercury News, 11 Sep. 2025
When a film delivers both scares and a great story, audiences turn out in huge numbers because there is simply no substitute for the thrill of horror on the big screen.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Sep. 2025
Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
However, critics say just about anyone could claim to be a substitute caregiver under the legislation’s loose definition, thereby potentially endangering children rather than protecting them.
—Dan Walters, Oc Register, 21 Aug. 2025
John Tamny, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
In addition, Levi products can easily be substituted for other brands.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Reposting stories or tweeting a shocking statistic is not a substitute for real, grassroots action that brings about change.
—Padma Balaji, Mercury News, 11 Sep. 2025
When a film delivers both scares and a great story, audiences turn out in huge numbers because there is simply no substitute for the thrill of horror on the big screen.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
The 30-year-old has gone from being fourth-choice goalkeeper at Wolves, making one substitute appearance in his two seasons at Molineux, to third-choice at Everton.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
However, critics say just about anyone could claim to be a substitute caregiver under the legislation’s loose definition, thereby potentially endangering children rather than protecting them.
—Dan Walters, Oc Register, 21 Aug. 2025
Verb
Taking the question further, and assuming the Fed capable of the magic that Democrats, Republicans and even libertarians ascribe to it, won’t private capital retreat overcome the Fed substituting itself for the marketplace in the first place?
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
In addition, Levi products can easily be substituted for other brands.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for substitute
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Sources tell Deadline that there will be no replacement judge in Inaba’s place, meaning the Season 34 contestants will only hear from judges Bruno Tonioli and Derek Hough tonight.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
16 Sep. 2025
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Those lobbying for a cut will have a friendly face at the table in the form of Stephen Miran, a White House advisor who will temporarily sit on the FOMC as a replacement for governor Adriana Kugler.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
16 Sep. 2025
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Getty Images That upward trajectory stands in contrast to the United States, where life expectancy virtually flatlined during the 2010s and even dipped slightly on occasions during the 2010s—a trend blamed in large part on a surge in deaths from overdoses from the synthetic opioid fentanyl.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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McCurdy and his team there have watched the kratom market shift from simple leaf powder to concentrated extracts and now to semi-synthetic compounds like 7-OH.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Many professionals will share honest insights about industry trends and alternative entry points.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Drug makers are also seeking alternative treatments for patients who struggle to remain on GLP-1s long term.—
Karen Gilchrist,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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But the carrier avoided big changes in the process and instead focused on a deal with its bondholders, which exchanged almost $800 million in debt for equity, and it was greeted after bankruptcy with persistently higher costs and weaker-than-expected domestic travel demand.—
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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The app gives owners the option to connect with the owners of their canine's relative, to exchange information about their pets or schedule a playdate.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In Pennsylvania, lawmakers have still not broken out of the impasse, spelling financial distress for schools and counties that rely particularly heavily on state funding.—
Isabella Volmert,
Fortune,
16 Sep. 2025
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If the trend continues across future performances, this could spell close to $3 million at the weekly box office.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Sep. 2025
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Ron Marinaccio replaced Sears with one out in the fifth and threw a career-high three innings before Wandy Peralta went the rest of the way.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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But a decision by Texas Republicans to redraw its congressional districts to favor the party in the upcoming 2026 midterms has spurred California Democrats to try and replace the independent maps — at least temporarily.—
Grace Hase,
Mercury News,
13 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The dual-sided design has plush faux-shearling on one side for extra-cold days and soft coral fleece on the other.—
Jamie Fischer,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Sep. 2025
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Steve Madden Tully-P Patent Shoulder Bag Go for a glitzy look with this burgundy shoulder bag in glossy faux patent leather.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This reduces waste, extends product lifespan, and minimizes the use of new materials.—
Thomas Coughlin,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Ahead of the premiere of her new Netflix series, Too Much, written for her by Lena Dunham, the 33-year-old reflects on what got her to this moment.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Substitute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/substitute. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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