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replace

[ri-pleys] / rɪˈpleɪs /
VERB
take the place of; put in place of
Synonyms
STRONGEST
change follow oust recover reinstate restore succeed supplant supply take over take over from
STRONG
alter compensate displace mend patch reconstitute recoup redeem redress reestablish refund regain reimburse repay restitute retrieve ring shift sub substitute supersede
WEAK
back up fill in front for give back outplace pinch hit for put back ring in stand in (for) stand in lieu of step into shoes of swap places take out
Antonyms
STRONGEST
hold keep precede
STRONG
break damage deprive forfeit lose penalize remain take worsen
WEAK
leave alone

Example Sentences

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“And then there are unmarried people with social support systems that will replace whatever beneficial effect marriage might be bringing to you.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Powell, a 73-year-old former investment banker, took the helm at the Fed in 2018 after he was tapped by Trump to replace Janet Yellen.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

When the current generation of electricity meters break down, these new meters will be what replace them.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Licensed professional counselors work directly with patients to address mental-health challenges that require trust, communication and real-time judgment — areas where AI tools can assist but not replace professionals.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

That floorboard in her room—did I replace it?

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin

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