Supplant

usgb/səˈplænt/
verb

To take the place of, especially in a sneaky or unfair way.

Smartphones have supplanted traditional cameras to a large extent.
Visual representation of "supplant" - To take the place of, especially in a sneaky or unfair way

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  • supplant traditional methods
  • supplant previous systems
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Unfair Replacement

Signifies an unfair or sneaky way of taking someone's place or role.

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Automation may supplant some jobs, leading to unemployment concerns.
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Total Takeover

Implies a complete takeover, where the new thing becomes dominant.

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Streaming services have supplanted DVD rentals in most households.
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Technology Advancement

Often used in the context of technology outpacing older methods or tools.

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E-books are beginning to supplant paperbacks in popularity.
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