Example Sentences

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For the hardware, the couple will be replacing the existing silver-toned metal with gold, including new faucets, new drawer handles, and new knobs for the cupboards.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

They will be replacing Crew-11, which returned to Earth in January, a month earlier than planned, during the first medical evacuation in the space station's history.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

Kristersson will be replacing Magdalena Andersson, who heads Sweden’s largest party, the Social Democrats, which now are in opposition.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 17, 2022

Crews will be replacing temporary asphalt laid during the previous closure with permanent concrete, Aaron Hake, deputy executive director of commission, said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 27, 2022

Leave out the rent you pay now since you will be replacing that.

From Encyclopedia.com • Feb. 5, 2018