Replace

usgb/rɪˈpleɪs/
verb

To put something or someone in the place of another.

John couldn't come to work today, so Alex replaced him.
Visual representation of "replace" - To put something or someone in the place of another.

Often appears as...

  • replace the battery
  • replace the old version
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Temporary Replacement

Used when someone temporarily takes over another's duties or role.

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Sara was ill, so Mark replaced her at the meeting.
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Not Interchangeable

'Replace' suggests a successor, not necessarily an identical substitute.

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Our new teacher replaced Mr. Johnson; they have different teaching styles.
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