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For one, the global economy is less oil dependent now, with many countries having developed alternative energy sources.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
Home Office Minister Alex Norris said the fall was due to increased removals of people with no right to stay in the UK and housing others in alternative sites such as military barracks.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Others said San Pedro has several alternative residential treatment facilities but almost no other low-cost senior care homes.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
OPEC’s crude oil production plunged in March as the near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz forced key members to curb output and divert exports to alternative routes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
I tried to pick which shrubbery planted near the side of the structure might benefit from some alternative methods of watering.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
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