alternative
noun
a choice limited to one of two or more possibilities, as of things, propositions, or courses of action, the selection of which precludes any other possibility.
alternatives
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pluralof alternative.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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But as concerns about the environmental impact grow, the tech industry is exploring alternatives.
From BBC ● Oct. 25, 2026
The commenter had spent considerable time walking delivery workers through specialty aisles and negotiating alternatives, an especially frustrating undertaking when dietary restrictions were involved.
From Salon ● Oct. 25, 2026
Allocating 60% to alternatives costs them about 3% annually, or about what Robinhood charges, according to his math.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
In China, the market for "legacy premium brands is in severe decline due to intense competition from new Chinese alternatives, basically eliminating profitability for legacy premium brands," the chief executive said.
From Barron's ● Oct. 23, 2026
Children’s talent to endure stems from their ignorance of alternatives.
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
