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Instead
Choice Implication![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Using 'instead' suggests a conscious decision to choose one option over another. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/DcUipXR9oiSAhVrNgAcBcmJIJE.webp)
Replacement Focus![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
'Instead' highlights what is used as a substitute, not just what is being replaced. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/ZLGA7L4QnZMucVHI4iGzmS74.webp)
Action Switch![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
'Instead' often introduces an action that replaces another, possibly unexpected action. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/wTKWlZr7TiRMi3n53W0kcJ8iYMw.webp)