alternate
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Europe is looking to alternate suppliers, and has been importing more from Africa, for instance.
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
But there is an alternate strategy which also has shown promise historically: Instead of going to cash, shift your stock portfolio into the most defensive sectors.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026
In Myanmar, private vehicles are currently only allowed to operate on alternate days depending on whether their licence plate is an odd or even number.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
Stewart didn’t go for polyester suits or arenas, preferring the rough and rowdy “skull orchards” around Fort Pierce where he could alternate between hillbilly rock and progressive bluegrass.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026
“I can’t. My mom doesn’t even let me wear makeup—in what alternate universe would she ever be okay with me going to a party?”
From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman
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