Example Sentences

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Both women, who had alternated from government to opposition for the best part of two decades, were suddenly mired in court cases.

From BBC • Dec. 29, 2025

“He was rested. He was ready. He was confident,” Coyotes coach Andre Tourigny said about Vejmelka, who had alternated with Connor Ingram for the last eight games.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 26, 2023

The teams had alternated wins in this series until the Bruins won the last two games.

From Fox News • Apr. 23, 2019

United had alternated victories and defeats in league play since early May.

From Washington Post • Jun. 18, 2016

Belief and dread had alternated in her, ravaged and laid her waste.

From Treasure and Trouble Therewith A Tale of California by Bonner, Geraldine