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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

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

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026

The judge appointed an attorney from the public defender's office in his stead.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

He has had a go at management too and, although he found it difficult, again that experience helps and will always put him in good stead for when it's needed.

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2026

When she asked him to lead them to her uncle, he said, "The Blackfish is gone west with the king, my lady. Martyn Rivers commands the outriders in his stead."

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin