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
Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 21 Jan. 2025
There is no substitute for American troops and for men and women of courage and character.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 20 Jan. 2025
Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
Another drink often substituted for alcohol, kombucha, has antioxidant and antimicrobial properties that may work against foodborne pathogens.
—Discover Magazine, 30 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Wine can be consumed moderately, and fruits are a typical substitute for sugary desserts.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 21 Jan. 2025
There is no substitute for American troops and for men and women of courage and character.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 20 Jan. 2025
Verb
The fruit has a high sugar content, so be sure to substitute it as a treat only in moderation, PetMD advises.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
Another drink often substituted for alcohol, kombucha, has antioxidant and antimicrobial properties that may work against foodborne pathogens.
—Discover Magazine, 30 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for substitute
Noun
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Short has major-league experience around the infield and profiles as a replacement for Grae Kessinger, whom Houston traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks in January.—
Chandler Rome,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Both our regional electric grid manager and federal agencies have issued dire warnings of a near-term electricity reliability cliff as Maryland is closing baseload power plants prematurely with no reliable replacements in sight.—
David T. Stevenson,
Baltimore Sun,
22 Jan. 2025
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Many drug candidates involve single molecules, often synthetic, but full-spectrum cannabis involves thousands of molecules.—
Benjamin Adams,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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One of the concerns of those opposed to the deal is that allowing the Dominican softball team to use the field, which would be upgraded to synthetic turf, would limit access to the field by River Forest Little League softball and baseball teams and cause scheduling issues.—
Bob Skolnik,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The three bills aim to reduce the amount of time scaffolding can remain in place, allows for alternative methods to scaffolding, streamlines the permitting process for inspections to reduce their duration and enables further improvements to Local Law 11 inspection timelines.—
Bradley Tusk,
New York Daily News,
26 Jan. 2025
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This requirement will force health care providers to either significantly modify their services or seek alternative funding sources, potentially creating gaps in essential health services in vulnerable communities.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
26 Jan. 2025
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According to a guide by One Mile at a Time, seat swaps are most successful when passengers propose equitable trades, such as exchanging an aisle seat for another aisle seat.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Bowen and Marchetto went on to exchange heartfelt vows and, after being pronounced married, shared a kiss.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
21 Jan. 2025
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View 1 Images Most people know that body fat stored around the midsection can spell disaster for cardiovascular health.—
Michael Franco,
New Atlas,
20 Jan. 2025
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But this offseason spelled the end of Randle and DiVincenzo’s stints in New York.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
18 Jan. 2025
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The Super Iseo replaces the smaller Iseo, which entered the lineup in 2011.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
21 Jan. 2025
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Sometimes, the remaining space is filled with a specific gas, but more recently, some surgeons have replaced the fluid with air.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
21 Jan. 2025
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Outerwear was opulent, with faux fur and substantial shearling collars adorning traditional topcoats at Dolce & Gabbana and Prada.—
Luisa Zargani,
WWD,
21 Jan. 2025
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The doll sports a black faux leather ensemble, dark shades, and her signature swooped hairstyle.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
21 Jan. 2025
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Former White House advisor Steve Bannon has also taken issue with Musk, who Trump tapped to co-lead a new Department of Government Efficiency.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
25 Jan. 2025
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But the Erewhon at Palisades Village appears good as new.—
Joseph Bien-Kahn,
Rolling Stone,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Substitute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/substitute. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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