in place of (someone or something)
Instead of someone or something else; as a substitute for someone or something. I'm going to lead the meeting in place of Janet because she went home sick. My parents got me a pet hamster in place of my dog that recently died. I know you're still reeling from your break-up, but instead of just seeing someone in place of Jack, why not take some time to grieve what you two had?
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in place of someone or something
instead of someone or something; as a substitute for someone or something. I changed my mind. I want a red one in place of the blue one. John came to help in place of Max, who was sick.
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in place of somebody/something
, in somebody’s/something’s ˈplace
instead of somebody/something: You can use milk in place of cream in this recipe. ♢ He was unable to go to the ceremony, but he sent his son in his place.Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary © Farlex 2017
in place of
Instead of.
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