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noun

lieu

the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another

In a sentence

Six example sentences with lieu, each labelled with its topic.

  • Staff took extra days off in lieu of a bonus, since the company had no cash to pay out this quarter.

    Business

  • The touring cellist accepted studio time in lieu of a fee, and the album was recorded over those borrowed nights.

    Music

  • The court accepted community service in lieu of the fine, because the defendant had no income to draw on.

    Law

  • The company paid its dividend in shares in lieu of cash, and most holders quietly accepted the paper.

    Finance

  • Use mashed banana in lieu of eggs if you are baking for someone allergic, and the loaf stays moist.

    Cooking

  • The airline offered a voucher in lieu of a refund, valid for a year and worth slightly more than the fare.

    Travel

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