Replace batteries.

Meaning: This means to put new batteries in a device that has run out of power. It's like saying, Put in new batteries when the old ones are no longer providing power.

Choice of Words: Replace means to put something new in the place of something old or worn out. Batteries are devices that store electrical energy and provide power to devices. Together, they mean to put new batteries in a device that has run out of power.

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Put in new batteries.

Meaning: This means to insert new batteries into a device that is not working because the old batteries have run out of power.

Choice of Words: Put means to place or move something to a specific location. In indicates that something is being placed inside of something else. New means something that has not been used or seen before. Batteries are small devices that provide power to electronic devices like toys, remotes, and watches. When you put these words together, "Put in new batteries" means to place new batteries into a device.

Change the batteries.

Meaning: This means to replace the old batteries in a device with new ones because the old batteries have run out of power.

Choice of Words: Change means to make something different or to replace something with something else. The is a definite article that refers to a specific thing. Batteries are small devices that provide power to electronic devices like toys, remotes, and watches. When you put these words together, "Change the batteries" means to replace the old batteries with new ones.

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