sub

Example Sentences

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The teenager was introduced as a sub for his Premier League debut against Tottenham as Everton rescued a 2-2 draw.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

To avoid paying twice—once to the sub and again to the contractor—get a release of claims and a lien waiver from the sub.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

But to see Phil Foden coming on in a cup final, it felt like a charity sub to get him on the pitch.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

A second Iranian warship took refuge in Sri Lanka's waters after the sub attack.

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

The sub had dressed all in gray and had gray hair and a gray face and even a gray voice—somehow, Emma decided, that was possible.

From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix