stand-in
Example Sentences
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But first Flávio must convince voters to treat him as a stand-in for his father.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
When James Duval, a veteran of six Araki projects, often as the director’s stand-in, arrives on-screen it feels like an applause break for fans to cheer.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2026
But as party president he had been growing into the role of stand-in candidate - even going on a statesman-like visit to Poland last month.
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
Discussing Root as a stand-in captain, director of cricket Rob Key said the Yorkshireman regularly rescues England from 10-2.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2026
At length, though, the stand-in grew impatient and began shifting his weight from paw to paw.
From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger
