instead

[ɪnˈsted]

Definition:
1. In place of, or as an alternative to.
2. On the contrary.

Use 'instead' in a sentence:

1. Water companies should concentrate on reducing waste instead of building new reservoirs.
2. She said nothing, preferring instead to save her comments till later.
3. Some people refer all the troubles to bad luck instead of lack of ability.
4. He crossed out "fellow subjects," and instead inserted "fellow citizens."
5. They use a piston engine instead.
6. They wore ordinary ties instead of the more formal high collar and cravat.
7. Instead of rushing at life, I wanted something more meaningful.
8. Instead of ending up in jail or in the gutter he was remarkably successful.
9. Use a low-fat spread instead of butter.
10. Why the new emphasis on sticks instead of diplomatic carrots?
11. Instead of electricity, there were kerosene lanterns.
12. Small pickling onions can be used instead of sliced ones.
13. The islanders use a system of barter instead of money.
14. Instead of tragedy, we got melodrama.
15. He said they should turn their fire on the Conservative Party instead.
16. However, I found a valuable ancient coin instead.
17. We are learning how to confront death instead of avoiding its reality.
18. Instead, she set her jaw grimly and waited in silence.
19. I was most chagrined when I heard that he had got the job instead of me.
20. We just had soup instead of a full meal.
21. He put a plus instead of a minus.
22. I would accompany the pictures with a running commentary, instead of music.
23. Lee was ill so I went instead.
24. Jim should get a job instead of lolling around the house all day.
25. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking instead of accepting opinions without questioning them.
26. Doctors sometimes prescribe cheaper generic drugs instead of more expensive brand names.
27. He reached for the wine but did not drink, pushed it, instead, across the table towards Joanna.
28. Why couldn't he say something original instead of spouting the same old platitudes?
29. He should have shot instead of passing.
30. He builds furniture using wooden pegs instead of nails.
31. Ed couldn't make it so they sent me instead.
32. They raised prices and cut production, instead of cutting costs.
33. We went to the Biology class instead of attending the English lesson.
34. She put diesel fuel, instead of petrol, into the tank causing the motor to seize up.
35. He didn't reply. Instead, he turned on his heel and left the room.
36. Much of the discount is pocketed by retailers instead of being passed on to customers.
37. He spent more time perfecting his dance moves instead of gym work.
38. Check-out workers in London will receive £7.17 an hour instead of £6.54.
39. Critics of the project speculate about how many hospitals could be built instead.
40. You probably picked up my keys instead of yours.
41. She wasn't sent to the juvenile court; instead she was cautioned.
42. He philosophises instead of actually doing something.
43. They opt for more holiday instead of more pay.
44. Instead of tea or coffee, drink water to quench your thirst.
45. It felt like I'd had two babies instead of one.
46. I'll tell you what ─ let's stay in instead.
47. I'll tell you what—let's stay in instead.
48. Instead of opening the gate, we climbed over it.
49. We were still playing at war – dropping leaflets instead of bombs.
50. She had to spend nearly four months away from him that summer, instead of the usual two.
51. Instead of her normal southward course towards Alexandria and home, she headed west.
52. Instead of being annoyed, he seemed quite pleased.
53. The enemy may have recourse to steel instead of poison.
54. Could I have tuna instead of ham?
55. Geoff didn't study law. Instead, he decided to become an actor.
56. Instead of moping around the house all day, you should be out there looking for a job.
57. Now I can walk to work instead of going by car.
58. If Jo can't attend the meeting, I could go instead.
59. But the survey also revealed firms were running down stocks instead of making new products.
60. I want grits with my eggs instead of hash browns.
61. The kitchen might have been workable had Nicola kept it tidy; instead it was littered with pots and pans.
62. She wears coordinated separates instead of a suit.
63. He wanted to decide for himself instead of blindly following his parents' advice.
64. We were still playing at war — dropping leaflets instead of bombs.
65. He crossed out "Screenplay" and put "Written by" instead.
66. Well, the least you can do, if you won't help me yourself, is to tell me where to go instead.
67. So instead I suggested taking her out to dinner for a change.
68. Instead, the session has sowed confusion.
69. Instead of taking offence, the woman smiled.
70. Instead, he appears determined to cling to power.
71. Many teachers are opting for group discussions instead of handouts.
72. The authorities used quiet persuasion instead of the big stick.