Detains (illegally) a word in lieu - Crossword Clue (7 letters)
In crosswords, the clue "Detains (illegally) a word in lieu" can have multiple correct answers. Below you will find all valid options sorted by number of letters, along with clues to help you solve your daily crossword.
Detains (illegally) a word in lieu (7 letters) ↓
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💡 in place of, or as an alternative to; "Felix became a herpetologist instead"; "alternatively we could buy a used car"
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Definition of INSTEAD 2
- in place of, or as an alternative to; "Felix became a herpetologist instead"; "alternatively we could buy a used car"
- on the contrary; "rather than disappoint the children, he did two quick tricks before he left"; "he didn't call; rather (or instead), he wrote her a letter"; "used English terms instead of Latin ones"
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Answers by number of letters:
| Letters | Solution | User Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | INSTEAD |