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 signs are alternating, with even n negative.

From Textbooks • May 6, 2020

The veering of the winds is a direct consequence of the earth's rotation, while currents of air from the polar regions are alternating or contending with others from the equator.

From Barometer and Weather Guide by Fitzroy, Robert