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alternative

[awl-tur-nuh-tiv, al-] / ɔlˈtɜr nə tɪv, æl- /




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He said Treasury’s estimates show the use of the alternative tariffs “will result in virtually unchanged tariff revenue in 2026.”

From MarketWatch

With China holding a near-monopoly on rare earths production, some countries are seeking alternative sources.

From Barron's

That alternative would likely be hugely unpopular in a city where about 30 percent of people are homeowners and already pay an average of $6,300 a year in property taxes.

From Barron's

“The impact on consumer prices will depend on how quickly businesses adjust and whether the administration pursues alternative tariff measures,” he said.

From MarketWatch

These policies make practical sense—the alternative is more uneducated children and uninsured drivers—but they also tend to undermine respect for the law.

From The Wall Street Journal