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Definitions

standby

[stand-bahy] / ˈstændˌbaɪ /

NOUN

substitute

Synonyms

STRONG

assistant backup deputy double fill in relief replacement reserve stalwart stand-by stand-in sub successor temp temporary understudy

WEAK

pinch-hitter recourse

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