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subrogate

How to use subrogate in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for subrogate.

Editorial note

Auto insurance has a negative EV, but when my carrier subrogated when someone rear-ended me it was useful and convenient.

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Quick take

substitute one creditor for another, as in the case where an insurance company sues the person who caused an accident for the insured

Meaning at a glance

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verb

substitute one creditor for another, as in the case where an insurance company sues the person who caused an accident for the insured

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for subrogate.

verb

substitute one creditor for another, as in the case where an insurance company sues the person who caused an accident for the insured

Example sentences

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Auto insurance has a negative EV, but when my carrier subrogated when someone rear-ended me it was useful and convenient.

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Quadruply so if there are prior citations/accidents?Shit, with a spotless driving record, my own insurance went up when someone t-boned me. Other driver was at-fault and I subrogated their insurance; didn't claim with mine.

Frequently asked questions

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How do you use subrogate in a sentence?

Auto insurance has a negative EV, but when my carrier subrogated when someone rear-ended me it was useful and convenient.

What does subrogate mean?

substitute one creditor for another, as in the case where an insurance company sues the person who caused an accident for the insured

What part of speech is subrogate?

subrogate is commonly used as verb.