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Definitions from the WebIn Lieu OffDescription:In lieu off is a phrase commonly used to indicate a substitution or an alternative to something or someone. It is typically used to express the action of replacing one thing or person with another. Possible Parts of Speech:Noun, verb, prepositional phrase, adverb Senses:1. As a noun: The act or instance of substituting or providing an alternative. 2. As a verb: The action of replacing or acting as a substitute. 3. As a prepositional phrase: In the place of; instead of. 4. As an adverb: As a substitute or alternative. Usages:Noun: Example Sentence: The employee chose voluntary retirement in lieu off being laid off. Related Products: Voluntary Retirement Verb: Example Sentence: He agreed to work overtime in lieu off taking a day off. Related Products: Overtime Prepositional Phrase: Example Sentence: John will attend the meeting in lieu off his manager. Related Products: Meeting Attendance Adverb: Example Sentence: The team decided to hire an external consultant in lieu off promoting an internal candidate. Related Products: External Consultant | ||||
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