Definition of Substitution

the act of replacing one thing for another

Examples of Substitution in a sentence

The substitution of one teacher for another caused quite a bit of chaos in the classroom.  🔊

After one of the players was injured, a substitution was made on the field.  🔊

The chef assured us that an herb substitution could be made since we don’t like chives.  🔊

Because our current system isn’t working, a midyear substitution for another network might be needed.  🔊

The restaurant allows a substitution of chips for French fries if you would like to switch.  🔊

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