stand in lieu of

As she routinely steps in front of cameras to defend, interpret and parse the president’s statements for the public, her fashion choices stand in lieu of having an American flag unfurl behind her.

Farrar grabs a bag of peanuts and a bottled water at the concession stand, in lieu of the meal that he’s entitled to, then heads toward the outfield around the perimeter of the stadium.

Dear Rebecca, This must stand in lieu of a birthday letter: may it wear a holiday aspect for you!

In this and following chapters, we will ask the reader to accompany us in imagination round the world, on board a ship of the Royal Navy, visiting en route the principal British naval stations and possessions, and a few of those friendly foreign ports which, as on the Pacific station, stand in lieu of them.

Though he be himself a poor man, his rank and position will stand in lieu of wealth.