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is replacing

  • present progressive
    of replace (3rd person singular).
    replace
    verb (used with object)
    to assume the former role, position, or function of; substitute for (a person or thing).

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So Jackson would not necessarily reproduce every aspect of the player he is replacing.

From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026

They have a new offensive coordinator in former Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel, and a new defensive coordinator in Chris O’Leary, who is replacing his mentor, Jesse Minter, new coach of the Baltimore Ravens.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026

The Google-parent is replacing Verizon Communications in the 30-stock Dow index from Monday’s session, in a move announced last week.

From Barron's ● Jun. 29, 2026

The only thing about “Cars” that fuels a child’s fantasy is replacing humans with automobiles in an environment that looks exactly like ours.

From Salon ● Jun. 6, 2026

Inside, a girl with light brown skin and a green jumpsuit is replacing the paper that covers the exam table.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth