Example Sentences

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The economy has alternated between adding jobs and losing jobs for 10 months in a row, and the on-and-off streak is likely to extend into March.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

In recent years, he has alternated his activities, writing for and performing with that group and composing for ensembles that he conducts, such as the one on this release.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 27, 2025

Since then, the meeting has alternated between London and Dublin.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2025

So far, though, Korpisalo has alternated starts with Copley, and it will be Copley’s turn Thursday when the Kings face Columbus in the third game of a seven-game homestand.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2023

Within this week we have been studying a stream, which has alternated in its clearness and muddiness.

From Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, No. CCCXXXVI. October, 1843. Vol. LIV. by Various