lieu
Example Sentences
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The Line Hotels, a boutique chain, uses a mix of partial partitions, pocket doors and glass in lieu of traditional bathroom doors.
“If consumers’ preference for downloading video game content in lieu of physical software continues to increase, our business and financial performance may be adversely impacted.”
From Los Angeles Times
Should demand ramp up in lieu of supply, “home prices will spike up again—and that creates new affordability challenges,” he added.
From Barron's
She knocked, but in lieu of answer, the door swung open.
From Literature
Los Angeles resident Bianca Slaughter was arrested Tuesday and is currently being held in lieu of $100,000, according a Los Angeles Police Department news release and booking records.
From Los Angeles Times
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