adequate substitute

Examples (10)

• The store was out of organic apples, so I had to buy regular ones as an adequate substitute.
• While not ideal, the emergency generator served as an adequate substitute until the main power was restored.
• He found an adequate substitute for the expensive ingredient in a less common spice.
• The software update provided an adequate substitute for the features that were removed.
• She wasn't thrilled with the option, but it was an adequate substitute for the time being.
• The coach used a rookie player as an adequate substitute for the injured star.
• Although it lacked the same prestige, the university offered an adequate substitute program for the cancelled one.
• We found an adequate substitute for the damaged part at a local repair shop.
• The temporary solution proved to be an adequate substitute for the permanent fix.
• For a quick meal, this pre-packaged salad is an adequate substitute for cooking from scratch.