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as a substitute

ADVERB
instead
Synonyms
STRONG
rather
WEAK
alternately alternative in lieu in place of in preference on behalf of on second thought preferably rather than
CONJUNCTION
or
Synonyms
WEAK
as a choice as an alternative conversely either in other words in preference to in turn on the other hand or but or else or only preferentially
Antonyms
WEAK
neither nor without choice

Example Sentences

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Foden came on as a substitute in Monday's six-goal thriller at Everton, which leaves City five points adrift of Premier League leaders Arsenal with a game in hand.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Marine Corps, had been walking home from his job as a substitute teacher at the school.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Analysts also cautioned that oil from the African nations has limits as a substitute.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

The winger represented Japan at the 2022 World Cup, coming on as a substitute in all four of their matches and scoring the winning goal in the stunning victory over Spain.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

They needed glue and knew that sticky dough would work as a substitute.

From "Tasting the Sky" by Ibtisam Barakat