- stand-in
- substitute
- body double
- stuntman
- scapegoat
- fall guy
- to stand in for sb else
Generated: This meaning refers to a person who takes the place of another, usually in performances or filming.
Generated: This meaning implies a replacement or an alternative for someone or something.
Generated: This term specifically relates to film and television, indicating someone who stands in for an actor, particularly during scenes that require nudity or stunts.
Her body double performed the dangerous stunts during the shoot.
Generated: This refers to a person specifically trained to perform dangerous feats and stunts in films or performances, standing in for the actor.
He is a professional stuntman who often works in action movies.
Generated: This meaning involves a person who is unfairly blamed for problems or negative outcomes, often to protect others.
He became the scapegoat in this accident.
Generated: Similar to "scapegoat," this term refers to a person who is set up to take the blame for a crime or misdeed.
He is the fall guy for the company scandal.
Generated: This phrase means to take someone else's place temporarily.
She will stand in for her friend today.