understudy
IPA: ˈʌndɝstʌdi
noun
- A performer who understudies; a standby.
verb
- To study or know a role to such an extent as to be able to replace the normal performer when required.
- To act as an understudy (to someone).
- To act in a similar manner to some known person.
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Examples of "understudy" in Sentences
- I've also been a last-minute 'understudy' - once up at
- If he dies or explodes in scandal, Hannity or some other understudy is waiting in the wings.
- With Almunia rated doubtful for Sunday's trip to Stamford Bridge, his former understudy is on stand-by.
- He had carefully coached Miss Francklyn to play the part of unsuspected "understudy" -- Susan saw that before they had been seated in Jack's ten minutes.
- Bridge has been the long-term understudy to Ashley Cole for England's left-back position, and with the Chelsea defender ruled out for three months after breaking his ankle at Everton on Wednesday would seem to be first in line to take his place in the team.
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