Can you give me examples of "replace "?

I need to replace the broken light bulb. She will replace him as the team captain.

What are some alternatives to "replace "?

substitute swap out exchange substitute for

Can you give me examples of "take the place of "?

The new employee will take the place of the retiring manager. The digital clock took the place of the old analog one.

What are some alternatives to "take the place of "?

replace substitute for stand in for fill in for

Which is correct:
"replace " or "take the place of "?

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replace

The word "replace" is a common and correct term in English. It means to provide a substitute or alternative for something.

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The word "replace" is used when you want to indicate that one thing or person is being substituted for another.

Examples:

I need to replace the broken light bulb.
She will replace him as the team captain.

Alternatives:

substitute
swap out
exchange
substitute for

take the place of

The phrase "take the place of" is also correct and can be used to mean replacing something or someone with another.

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The phrase "take the place of" is a more formal or descriptive way of expressing the act of replacing something or someone.

Examples:

The new employee will take the place of the retiring manager.
The digital clock took the place of the old analog one.

Alternatives:

replace
substitute for
stand in for
fill in for

Both "replace" and "take the place of" are correct phrases that can be used interchangeably to convey the same meaning. They both mean to substitute one thing or person for another. The choice between them depends on the context and personal preference.

Last updated: March 22, 2024

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Which is correct: "replace " or "take the place of "?

replace

take the place of

Which is correct:
"replace " or "take the place of "?