in lieu of
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Relying solely on geographic diversification methods, in which portfolios seek to offset losses in one market in lieu of another, also belongs to a bygone era, according to Holzer.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
Several users speculated that goblin terminology was how the model characterized itself, in lieu of identifying as a person with a soul.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
Most significantly, the new plan removed a key provision that allowed victims to submit a sworn affidavit, in lieu of a prescription or other medical or legal records, to prove they purchased Purdue opioids.
From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026
Your Roth conversions would need to be made in addition to those withdrawals, not in lieu of them.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
I was proud of Sasha, who turned fifteen that same day and was counting down the hours to the Beyoncé concert she was going to in lieu of a birthday party.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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