switch out
To take one thing out and put a different thing in its place.
Meanings
To remove one thing and replace it with a different one, especially to improve performance, try an alternative, or make a repair.
"You can easily switch out the default settings for something that suits you better."
In sport or performance: to substitute one player or performer for another.
"The coach decided to switch out the goalkeeper at halftime after the poor first-half display."
In cooking or recipes: to substitute one ingredient for another.
"You can switch out the butter for olive oil if you want a healthier version of the recipe."
More common in American English. Very common in technology, cooking, sports, and business contexts. Often used when making substitutions to improve something or try an alternative. 'Swap out' is a near-perfect synonym.
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