stand in for
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Named "Alter-Ego", the 1.2-metre tall robot can stand in for a doctor working remotely, bring a patient a bottle of water or guide them to treatment.
From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026
Perhaps, I suggest, Mescal could stand in for McCartney on his next tour.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
This allowed closely related groups to stand in for species that were not directly included.
From Science Daily • May 2, 2026
A spoonful of miso whisked into broth or a can of beans folded in at the right moment can stand in for hours of slow development.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026
But then he thought about what he was about to do: stand in for Duke.
From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein
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