as in traded
to give up (something) and take something else in return
I'd like to exchange this sweater for one in a larger size
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Recent Examples of exchanged
Counter-protesters showed up toward the end and shouted toward the Hernandez supporters and the two sides exchanged some words before dispersing.
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Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
It’s swathed in treasured family recipes passed down through generations, amusing stories and anecdotes exchanged at holiday dinners and events, and daily conversations at random places with random people.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
After the game, Brewer players, many of which were in tears, exchanged hugs while receiving their second place medals.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 May 2026
No money will be exchanged, until further notice.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 29 May 2026
Others exchanged their tickets.
—Literary Hub, 29 May 2026
In a society traumatized by the violence of the last 70 years, the new president came to power seeking to resume the path established by the 2016 peace agreement, in which about 13,000 FARC combatants and sympathizers exchanged armed struggle for amnesty and state protection.
—Roberto Andrés, The Dial, 28 May 2026
Concertgoers exchanged friendship bracelets, sang along to the singer's music and held tribute gatherings.
—Bryan West, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Mina said that law enforcement exchanged gunfire with Mateen soon after arriving on scene and ultimately saved dozens of lives.
—Silas Morgan, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 May 2026
Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
It’s swathed in treasured family recipes passed down through generations, amusing stories and anecdotes exchanged at holiday dinners and events, and daily conversations at random places with random people.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
After the game, Brewer players, many of which were in tears, exchanged hugs while receiving their second place medals.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 May 2026
No money will be exchanged, until further notice.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 29 May 2026
Others exchanged their tickets.
—Literary Hub, 29 May 2026
In a society traumatized by the violence of the last 70 years, the new president came to power seeking to resume the path established by the 2016 peace agreement, in which about 13,000 FARC combatants and sympathizers exchanged armed struggle for amnesty and state protection.
—Roberto Andrés, The Dial, 28 May 2026
Concertgoers exchanged friendship bracelets, sang along to the singer's music and held tribute gatherings.
—Bryan West, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Mina said that law enforcement exchanged gunfire with Mateen soon after arriving on scene and ultimately saved dozens of lives.
—Silas Morgan, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exchanged
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He was originally drafted out of San Jose State by Pittsburgh in the 13th round of the 2023 MLB Draft, then traded to Toronto in 2024 for Isiah Kiner-Falefa.—
Jon Becker,
Mercury News,
30 May 2026
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The two teams traded a run apiece in both the fifth and sixth frames before the Bats struck for four more in the seventh to seize control of the game, and eventually the victory.—
Staff Report,
Twin Cities,
30 May 2026
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Most opted for business casual looks for the sendoff, but the 74-year-old actress swapped out heavy denim for lightweight floral pants, which added an elegant touch to her summer outfit.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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For the Los Angeles ceremony, Sánchez Bezos—who shares her only daughter as well as a son Evan, 19, with ex-husband Patrick Whitesell—swapped out her red carpet glamour in favor of a simple black bodycon dress with spaghetti straps.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Kolo Muani was substituted at half-time in last month’s victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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Goldman Sachs economists have found jobs like telephone operators, insurance claims representatives and bill collectors face high risk of being outright substituted by AI.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Verb
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The actress said the experience changed her perspective.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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Getty Images Having turned things around on the battlefield and changed the nature of modern warfare in the process, Ukraine is now about to transform the world in yet another leap forward - by becoming a geopolitical power.—
Melik Kaylan,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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“Exchanged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exchanged. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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