as a substitute
Example Sentences
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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
"I've never had the opportunity to play at Wembley for club before, so for me it was a big chance," said Calvert-Lewin, who had scored within six minutes of coming on as a substitute.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
He came on as a substitute in both group matches and equalised before his side went on to win on both occasions.
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
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