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My parents sent the money to a friend in Argentina to start the business in their stead while they tied up loose ends in the States.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Midfielder Kenny McLean believes the experience against high-calibre opposition will stand Scotland in good stead before this summer's World Cup.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Some of them were dead, and their families answered the questionnaires about past glyphosate exposure in their stead.

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026

We tried one to two traditional chairs in its stead before committing to its playfulness.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025

Then the collapsed roof of the Great Hall had been cleared away and a new one raised hurriedly in its stead.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin