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What the opposite of in lieu of?

The opposite of "in lieu of" depends on the context, but here are a few possibilities:

* Instead of: This is a direct opposite, meaning "in place of" something else.

* In addition to: This means something is being provided *along with* something else, rather than in place of it.

* Because of: This implies that something is happening due to something else, rather than as a replacement.

* In conjunction with: This suggests that something is happening together with something else.

For example:

* In lieu of: "In lieu of a raise, we'll offer you extra vacation time."

* Instead of: "Instead of a raise, we'll offer you extra vacation time."

* In addition to: "In addition to your raise, we'll offer you extra vacation time."

* Because of: "Because of the company's financial situation, we'll offer you extra vacation time instead of a raise."

The best opposite for "in lieu of" will depend on the specific situation and the intended meaning.

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