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second-string

Part of speech: noun

Definition: a person or thing that is not as good or important as another.

Example sentence: He couldn't make it to the starting lineup, so he had to settle for being a second-string player.

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: denoting a person or thing regarded as less important than another.

Example sentence: The second-string quarterback is being given a chance to prove himself in today's game.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: to assign a person or thing to a position or status of lower importance or rank.

Example sentence: The coach decided to second-string the star player after his disappointing performance.

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