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replaces

Pronunciación: [rɪˈpleɪsɪz]

Palabra

Contexto: «substitution»

(verb) to take the place of something or someone. If you have a broken toy and you get a new one, the new toy replaces the old one.

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When the old chair broke, we replaced it with a new one.

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We didn't replace the missing book, so it was still lost.

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What will replace the car when it finally stops working?

Contexto: «job or role»

(verb) to take over the duties or position of a person. If someone leaves a job, another person might replace them at work.

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After she left, they quickly found a new teacher to replace her.

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They couldn't find anyone to replace the retired coach for the team.

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Who is going to replace the manager when he retires?

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