substitution

Example Sentences

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Another important question is whether substitution played a role.

From Science Daily

After the match, Rosenior played down the importance of his substitutions, instead crediting the mentality of the players since his arrival.

From BBC

We know the Germans are using a substitution cipher—each letter of the original German message has been replaced by another letter.

From Literature

In 71 percent of cases, PAN Europe detected pesticides classed among the most hazardous in the European Union -- so‑called "candidates for substitution" that the bloc aims to phase out as soon as possible.

From Barron's

The NPA has called on the government to speed up plans to scrap a law that prevents pharmacists from making substitutions to prescriptions when met with low stock issues.

From BBC