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Definitions

replace

[ri-pleys] / rɪˈpleɪs /
VERB
take the place of; put in place of
Synonyms
STRONGEST
change follow oust recover reinstate restore succeed supplant supply take over take over from
STRONG
alter compensate displace mend patch reconstitute recoup redeem redress reestablish refund regain reimburse repay restitute retrieve ring shift sub substitute supersede
WEAK
back up fill in front for give back outplace pinch hit for put back ring in stand in (for) stand in lieu of step into shoes of swap places take out
Antonyms
STRONGEST
hold keep precede
STRONG
break damage deprive forfeit lose penalize remain take worsen
WEAK
leave alone

Example Sentences

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Iraola has been among Palace's list of targets to replace the Austrian but it would have been a coup for the FA Cup holders to land the Bournemouth boss.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

In this case, with damage to the interior of the car, insurance companies won’t just pay to repair the upholstery, they will pay to replace the entire seat, which is expensive.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

In the early 20th century, Woods continued to innovate, developing overhead conducting systems that allowed electric streetcars and trolleys to replace steam power.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

Bournemouth are close to appointing Marco Rose as head coach to replace departing Andoni Iraola.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

I remove the mostly full trash bag from the bin and replace it with a new one.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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