How to Use "Instead" with Example Sentences

instead (adv): in place of another

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Example sentences:

"I wanted a blue jacket, but bought a green one instead."

"She thought she was going to get the job, but they chose someone else instead."

"I was going to send you an email, but I decided to call instead."

"He was going ask Sylvia to the dance, but he asked Jennifer instead."

"I was going to buy a small car, but I ended up buying a truck instead."