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as in superseded
to take the place of
the old street lights were replaced by more energy-efficient models
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as in returned
to bring, send, or put back to a former or proper place
took the fragile vase down to look at it and then gently replaced it on the shelf
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Recent Examples of replaced
The move reflects a shifting tennis sponsorship landscape, with classic brands long associated with the professional tour, like Fila, Sergio Tacchini, and Ellesse, being replaced by younger activewear brands like FP Movement, Lululemon, and Vuori.
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Jessica Schiffer, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026
This additive method replaced time-consuming polishing techniques.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 14 Jan. 2026
Additionally, Busfield allegedly told police that the alleged victims’ parents were upset their sons had been replaced with a younger actor who auditioned for The Cleaning Lady.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
Hjertø last year replaced content chief Martin Backlund, a role that handed him control of oversee investments, programming and partnerships.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2026
Following the departure of Kate’s longtime stylist Natasha Archer last year, sources told The Times for its new piece on the future queen that no one has replaced Archer in the role—and that Kate is adeptly handling diplomatic dressing.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
Some researchers, like Lembke, have questioned whether alcohol is simply being replaced by other substances, which would undercut the assumption that young people are making healthier choices.
—Jason Mastrodonato, Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2026
Sean Dyche is in the dugout for the visiting side, having replaced Ange Postecoglou, who lasted just 39 days at Forest as Nuno’s replacement earlier this season.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Last year, Kennedy fired all the members of CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices and replaced them with his own picks, many of whom share his vaccine skepticism.
—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
Jessica Schiffer, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026
This additive method replaced time-consuming polishing techniques.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 14 Jan. 2026
Additionally, Busfield allegedly told police that the alleged victims’ parents were upset their sons had been replaced with a younger actor who auditioned for The Cleaning Lady.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
Hjertø last year replaced content chief Martin Backlund, a role that handed him control of oversee investments, programming and partnerships.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2026
Following the departure of Kate’s longtime stylist Natasha Archer last year, sources told The Times for its new piece on the future queen that no one has replaced Archer in the role—and that Kate is adeptly handling diplomatic dressing.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
Some researchers, like Lembke, have questioned whether alcohol is simply being replaced by other substances, which would undercut the assumption that young people are making healthier choices.
—Jason Mastrodonato, Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2026
Sean Dyche is in the dugout for the visiting side, having replaced Ange Postecoglou, who lasted just 39 days at Forest as Nuno’s replacement earlier this season.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Last year, Kennedy fired all the members of CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices and replaced them with his own picks, many of whom share his vaccine skepticism.
—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replaced
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The charges were filed in a 2023 grand jury indictment that superseded her original 2021 case.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
31 Dec. 2025
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But personhood grants an inherent right to exist that can’t be superseded.—
Brett Simpson,
The Atlantic,
26 Dec. 2025
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Police say the suspect left the scene but returned and fired more shots into the home and a parked car before leaving again.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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The game got out of hand after that, as the Texans’ offense tacked on a touchdown and the defense added another score when Rodgers threw an interception that was returned 50 yards for touchdown by safety Calen Bullock.—
Kevin Dotson,
CNN Money,
13 Jan. 2026
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Northbound traffic has been restored, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation, but southbound lanes remain closed.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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In August 2024, Delvey's access to social media was also restored, and her house arrest was extended to a much larger radius.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Replaced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replaced. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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