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Example Sentences

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These would let employers make tax-free payments for employees to buy their own health insurance in lieu of sponsoring a group plan.

From The Wall Street Journal

He sent me a long list of Champagnes he recommends in lieu of Veuve as well as a photo of the sign he placed over bottles of Veuve Clicquot on his store shelves.

From The Wall Street Journal

The newlyweds said they "wouldn't change a thing" about their big day, which also included eating a Welsh cake in lieu of a wedding cake.

From BBC

There was also a token "peppercorn" payment, which the Crown Estate notes is standard practice for long leases, where there's an advance payment in lieu of rent.

From BBC

Or maybe she would prefer fun road trips every couple of months or eating out more in lieu of a big annual overseas vacation.

From MarketWatch