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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
This formula replaces single-use hygiene wipes, preventing more than 5 million of them ending up in landfill.
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Tory Johnson, ABC News, 2 Mar. 2026
When these experiences are engineered out of systems in the name of efficiency, dependence replaces discernment.
—Big Think, 2 Mar. 2026
Its North American fall tour will team three of the group’s original members — guitarist Steve Jones, drummer Paul Cook and bassist Glen Matlock— with Frank Carter, who replaces John Lydon on lead vocals.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
Liu’s mural replaces that of former Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson.
—Laura A. Oda, Mercury News, 2 Mar. 2026
Medina replaces long-time HR Director Jane VanDyke, who retired in December after 16 years with Second Harvest.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 2 Mar. 2026
At stake is not simply who replaces Khamenei, but whether the powers that have long held the regime together can continue to do so.
—Kara Fox, CNN Money, 1 Mar. 2026
Holt replaces Dunivant, who accepted the sporting director role with New York City FC of MLS in December after playing a key role in securing Republic FC’s new stadium near downtown Sacramento.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Refinancing replaces the existing mortgage with a new loan, requiring borrowers to select a new repayment timeline.
—Mike Winters, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2026
Tory Johnson, ABC News, 2 Mar. 2026
When these experiences are engineered out of systems in the name of efficiency, dependence replaces discernment.
—Big Think, 2 Mar. 2026
Its North American fall tour will team three of the group’s original members — guitarist Steve Jones, drummer Paul Cook and bassist Glen Matlock— with Frank Carter, who replaces John Lydon on lead vocals.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
Liu’s mural replaces that of former Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson.
—Laura A. Oda, Mercury News, 2 Mar. 2026
Medina replaces long-time HR Director Jane VanDyke, who retired in December after 16 years with Second Harvest.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 2 Mar. 2026
At stake is not simply who replaces Khamenei, but whether the powers that have long held the regime together can continue to do so.
—Kara Fox, CNN Money, 1 Mar. 2026
Holt replaces Dunivant, who accepted the sporting director role with New York City FC of MLS in December after playing a key role in securing Republic FC’s new stadium near downtown Sacramento.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Refinancing replaces the existing mortgage with a new loan, requiring borrowers to select a new repayment timeline.
—Mike Winters, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replaces
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And in the modern NBA, brand loyalty often supersedes product quality.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Scanning deeper, Toberoff discovered a provision in the Writers Guild collective bargaining agreement that says writers who create original TV series automatically retain certain rights—including film rights—that supersedes any other agreement.—
Tom Dotan,
Vanity Fair,
23 Feb. 2026
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Real rest restores your balance and brightens future choices.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Mar. 2026
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Barbs, in that telling, restores Lockhart’s relevance.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
27 Feb. 2026
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Four-star running back SaRod Baker, ranked the ninth-best player in the nation at his position in the Class of 2027, will be back after running for running for 3,096 yards and 45 touchdowns, and DeSoto also returns four-star Texas Tech pledge K’Adrian Redmond on the defensive line.—
Greg Riddle,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Mar. 2026
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Jake Brande returns For months, Jake Brande, a pitcher at Rancho Christian, has been dealing with the loss of his teenage brother, Johnny, who died of cancer last December.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Replaces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replaces. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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