"In ___ of gifts ..." Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "In ___ of gifts . . ." corresponds to the answer "LIEU" in today's crossword puzzle. Here's why this clue fits with the answer:

1. Context: The phrase "In ___ of gifts . . ." indicates a substitution or replacement for gifts. This provides context for the answer.
2. Meaning: The word "lieu" means "instead of" or "in place of," making it a fitting response to the clue provided.
3. Language Usage: In English, the term "in lieu of" is commonly used to signify "in place of" or "as a substitute for," further aligning with the context of the clue.

Therefore, the answer "LIEU" fits perfectly with the clue "In ___ of gifts . . .," linking the idea of substitution or representation in the context of giving or receiving gifts.

Definition of "LIEU"

instead

Example :

the company issued additional shares to shareholders in lieu of a cash dividend

 The Crossword clue ""In ___ of gifts ..."" published 34 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Washington Post Sunday	7 April 2024	LIEU
USA Today	6 April 2024	LIEU
Universal	13 March 2024	LIEU
L.A. Times Daily	28 September 2023	LIEU
The New Yorker	28 June 2023	LIEU
Daily POP	15 February 2023	LIEU
The Washington Post	13 August 2018	LIEU
Jonesin	16 May 2017	LIEU