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as in supersedes
to take the place of
the old street lights were replaced by more energy-efficient models
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Recent Examples of replaces
The AQRe Project replaces this outdated model with a digital blockchain system that provides real-time traceability.
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Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 27 Apr. 2026
Remi replaces that process with satellite imagery and LIDAR (light detection and ranging), which together map the geometry, pitch, and surface area of a roof without anyone setting foot on the property.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Cannas usually go semidormant during the winter and need time to make growth that replaces the nutrients needed for flowering.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
People begin to misinterpret numbers and dangerously believe the data replaces clinical support.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 24 Apr. 2026
And yes, the tire mobility kit replaces a spare tire.
—Chris Jackson, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
The new deal replaces the original one, which expired in 2024, the zoo said.
—Bloomberg, 24 Apr. 2026
The payment retroactively replaces water charges made by San Diego to Poway for the calendar years 2017 to 2025, according to a Poway staff report.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026
After losing Boye Mafe in free agency, Seattle replaces him with Parker, whose stock as a one-time top-15 prospect took a hit after a down statistical season in 2025.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 27 Apr. 2026
Remi replaces that process with satellite imagery and LIDAR (light detection and ranging), which together map the geometry, pitch, and surface area of a roof without anyone setting foot on the property.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Cannas usually go semidormant during the winter and need time to make growth that replaces the nutrients needed for flowering.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
People begin to misinterpret numbers and dangerously believe the data replaces clinical support.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 24 Apr. 2026
And yes, the tire mobility kit replaces a spare tire.
—Chris Jackson, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
The new deal replaces the original one, which expired in 2024, the zoo said.
—Bloomberg, 24 Apr. 2026
The payment retroactively replaces water charges made by San Diego to Poway for the calendar years 2017 to 2025, according to a Poway staff report.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026
After losing Boye Mafe in free agency, Seattle replaces him with Parker, whose stock as a one-time top-15 prospect took a hit after a down statistical season in 2025.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replaces
Verb
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The decision ultimately belongs to the central government, which supersedes regional authorities.—
Sfundo Parakozov,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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Industry associations frame the career as one with enviable job security, given the ever-increasing need for nurses that supersedes economic downturns.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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No ‘victory image’ for Tehran Ruhe similarly argued that Israel wants to avoid any agreement that restores legitimacy to the Iranian regime without fundamentally weakening it.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
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Not always a long-term career, but meaningful work that builds confidence, creates value in communities and restores structure from day one.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
Verb
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Sunshine returns Friday, with seasonable highs in the upper 60s and partly cloudy skies overnight.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
4 May 2026
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Absalom returns for more, but also with a plan for revenge.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 May 2026
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“Replaces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replaces. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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