alternate
verb (used without object)
to interchange repeatedly and regularly with one another in time or place; rotate (usually followed bywith ).
are alternating
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present progressiveof alternate.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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The Pirates are alternating quarterbacks every other series, and it will be important to develop a passing attack in the coming weeks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2022
In Singapore, cases among children have been on the rise for all of September and in Japan, Tokyo schools are alternating students in class.
From Reuters ● Sep. 28, 2021
He and Lawrence are alternating days with the starters.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 6, 2021
The Tennessee Titans have extended the practice and are alternating four players at the two safety positions.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 21, 2016
In all cases of transmission of electricity over long distances for lighting or power purposes the currents are "alternating."
