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in Vertretung
- (idiomatic) Indicates that a signatory is acting as the deputy of them who are qualified and responsible; distinct from im Auftrag (“per pro”), which merely indicates that the signatory has been instructed or authorized to sign.
- In Vertretung, Weber, Oberstudienrat. ― (please add an English translation of this usage example)
Während meines Urlaubs unterschreiben Sie bitte in Vertretung, Herr Weber. Alle anderen unterschreiben natürlich weiterhin im Auftrag.- During my holidays, please sign as my deputy, Mr Weber. All others continue to sign per pro, of course.
- Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see in, Vertretung: by deputyship, proxy (in other contexts)
