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in place of vs in the place of

Both 'in place of' and 'in the place of' are correct, but 'in place of' is more commonly used in English. They both mean to substitute or replace something with another thing.

Last updated: March 28, 2024 • 1134 views

in place of

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that one thing is being substituted or replaced by another thing.

Examples:

  • I will be using a pen in place of a pencil.
  • She was chosen to speak in place of the absent professor.
  • In place of sugar, you can use honey as a sweetener.
  • He decided to stay in place of his brother who had to leave early.
  • The manager will be attending the meeting in place of the CEO.

Alternatives:

  • as a substitute for
  • instead of
  • as a replacement for
  • as an alternative to
  • in lieu of

in the place of

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English.

This phrase is also used to indicate that one thing is being substituted or replaced by another thing, but it is less common than 'in place of.'

Examples:

  • He was asked to step in the place of the team captain.
  • The new employee will be working in the place of the manager while she is on vacation.

Alternatives:

  • in place of
  • as a substitute for
  • instead of
  • as a replacement for
  • as an alternative to

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