replace
verb (used with object)
to assume the former role, position, or function of; substitute for (a person or thing).
has replaced
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present perfectof replace (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Human development has replaced previously undisturbed habitat, while widespread agricultural use of pesticides and herbicides has contributed to major declines in pollinator populations.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 4, 2026
Root will form a new-look leadership team with Stephen Fleming, who has replaced Brendon McCullum as Test coach.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
L3Harris LHX 1.16%increase; up pointing triangle Technologies has replaced Christopher Kubasik as chairman and chief executive after an investigation into an alleged violation of the defense contractor’s code of conduct.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
During Wright’s tenure, El Camino Real has replaced the football, boys and girls basketball coaches, the tennis coach and the athletic director.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 15, 2026
A heap of blackened rubble has replaced the Justice Building.
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
