substitutes

Example Sentences

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For nutrition experts, the debate is less about food preferences than whether vegetarian substitutes can match eggs for nutrition at the same cost.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026

When he substitutes a pitcher or a hitter and it works out, Dave is a hero, and when it doesn’t work out, Dave is a bum.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 4, 2026

Walton said that if whey prices stay high for another year or two, manufacturers might seek out substitutes.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Free cash flow yield, is similar to dividend yield, except that it substitutes free cash flow for a company’ annual payout.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

“The school board came up with the idea of using the high school teachers as substitutes at the schools for the younger students,” explained Mother.

From "The Lions of Little Rock" by Kristin Levine