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as a substitute

ADVERB

instead

Synonyms

STRONG

rather

WEAK

alternately alternative in lieu in place of in preference on behalf of on second thought preferably rather than

CONJUNCTION

Synonyms

WEAK

as a choice as an alternative conversely either in other words in preference to in turn on the other hand or but or else or only preferentially

Antonyms

WEAK

neither nor without choice

Example Sentences

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“It’s durable, lightweight, transparent, so it could even be used as a substitute for glass,” Elias Picazo, assistant professor of chemistry at USC, said of the final plastic product.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

Chelsea are hopeful Alejandro Garnacho and Pedro Neto will be back to face City, while captain Reece James also made his first appearance in almost a month as a substitute.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

Marine Corps, had been walking home from his job as a substitute teacher at the school.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Analysts also cautioned that oil from the African nations has limits as a substitute.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

We were served formally, and she apologized for having no orchestra to play for us but said she’d sing as a substitute.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou

as a substitute

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