Suppose I know the meaning of "in lue of", but how I can use it instead of " instead of"?

Question

Suppose I know the meaning of "in lue of", but how I can use it  instead of " instead of"?

Answer

"in lieu of" is very formal, and usually used in a professional setting. "instead of" is very common and casual

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Instead of taking the train, I took the bus.

The train service was cancelled, so buses were provided in lieu of normal train services.

There is a shift from  a casual comment by a person taking public transport, to the formal announcement by the train service provide that is making sure passengers have an alternative service.

Adam T

Answer

"in lieu of"

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