replacement
noun
re·place·ment
ri-ˈplās-mənt 
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Examples of replacement in a Sentence
We need a replacement for our old vacuum cleaner.
Where can we get replacement parts for the tractor?
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However, using it too often or as a replacement for shampooing and conditioning your hair can pose some problems.
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 3 Feb. 2025
While the replacement process was ongoing when the attack occurred in the early morning hours of Jan. 1, officials installed a temporary barrier where Bourbon Street meets Canal Street, presumably to prevent suspicious vehicles from driving down the busy tourist area.
—Audrey Conklin, Fox News, 3 Feb. 2025
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Pine nuts
Garlic
Another type of hard cheese, such as Pecorino or Grana Padano, can be used in place of Parmesan, and walnuts are often used as a replacement for pine nuts.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2025
Then removing the backs of frames, mounting the replacement visuals (and possibly breaking out the craft knife to crop to size) and then replacing the back and hanging.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 1 Feb. 2025
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 3 Feb. 2025
While the replacement process was ongoing when the attack occurred in the early morning hours of Jan. 1, officials installed a temporary barrier where Bourbon Street meets Canal Street, presumably to prevent suspicious vehicles from driving down the busy tourist area.
—Audrey Conklin, Fox News, 3 Feb. 2025
These ingredients include: Fresh basil leaves Parmesan cheese Olive oil
Pine nuts
Garlic
Another type of hard cheese, such as Pecorino or Grana Padano, can be used in place of Parmesan, and walnuts are often used as a replacement for pine nuts.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2025
Then removing the backs of frames, mounting the replacement visuals (and possibly breaking out the craft knife to crop to size) and then replacing the back and hanging.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 1 Feb. 2025
See all Example Sentences for replacement
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“Replacement.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/replacement. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
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replacement
noun
re·place·ment
ri-ˈplā-smənt
1
: the act of replacing : the state of being replaced
2
: one that replaces another : substitute
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