replacement

Example Sentences

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She criticized Hernandez for describing herself as abolitionist — someone who favors the gradual replacement of law enforcement with other social services.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Todd Blanche, her deputy and temporary — at least for now — replacement, was taking notes.

From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026

The replacement cycle on the existing American grid sits atop the build-out cycle.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

One of the names being mentioned as a potential replacement, if Arbeloa is sacked, is Real's former boss Jose Mourinho, who is currently manager of Benfica in Portugal.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Because we never solved the problem of cell replacement, as you pointed out.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick