substitutes

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Free cash flow yield, is similar to dividend yield, except that it substitutes free cash flow for a company’ annual payout.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

While higher prices could trigger reduced buying or weaker demand in the near term, he expects limited substitutes and inelastic demand to cushion the impact.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Three times against West Ham he made a decision with his substitutes and only the last changes he made came off, but that was what won him the game.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Skin substitutes are a group of biological and synthetic elements that enable the temporary or permanent closure of wounds.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Luke remembers the pallet, but substitutes a metal drain, with the grating removed, in place of the rebar.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover