use interchangeably

Frequency: 7.08.5 per million words

To use two or more things in the same way, as if they were the same.

interchangeablyVERB + interchangeably

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Examples (10)

  • The terms 'happy' and 'joyful' can often be used interchangeably.
  • In this context, 'effect' and 'impact' are not always used interchangeably.
  • Historically, 'data' was a plural noun, but now it's often used interchangeably with its singular form.
  • Developers sometimes use 'library' and 'framework' interchangeably, though they have distinct meanings.
  • While similar, 'anxious' and 'nervous' should not be used interchangeably in all situations.
  • These two colours can be used interchangeably to achieve a similar aesthetic.
  • She always insists that the words 'less' and 'fewer' must not be used interchangeably.
  • Many people mistakenly use 'affect' and 'effect' interchangeably.
  • Are these pronouns truly used interchangeably in formal writing?
  • When cooking, you can often use olive oil and vegetable oil interchangeably for certain dishes.