Stand in

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Temporary Replacement

Indicates a temporary role, filling in for someone who is unavailable.

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Janet will stand in for the manager while he's on vacation.

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Equal Capability

Suggests the stand-in is capable of performing the absent person's duties.

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Don't worry, Marcus can stand in for you and handle the presentation.

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No Official Change

The position or role is not permanently changed; the original person is expected to return.

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During her maternity leave, I will stand in for her as team lead.

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