replacement

Example Sentences

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He now admits he rejected outreach to brief him on the changes before the replacement hire’s first day.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Bellingham missed just 29 minutes of England's Euro 2024 campaign, starting all seven matches, but his fortunes have changed under Gareth Southgate's replacement.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Maine law would give state Democrats the opportunity to name a replacement candidate if Platner drops out by July 13.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

That contingency plan would involve hiring replacement workers who would have to undergo the same detailed accreditation procedures demanded by FIFA, plus job training.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

A skilled tool and die maker, my father made replacement parts for broken machines and crafted forms for the glass bottles the company produced.

From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson