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alternative

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




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China’s homegrown plane maker, Shanghai-based Comac, has struggled to develop a competitive domestic alternative to commercial planes from Boeing and Europe’s Airbus.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

YouTube’s annual upfront gatherings used to have the feel of an alternative show business universe, with personalities who built their rabid followings on the streaming platform far away from the audiences for traditional TV.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

I listen to what Seth is saying, and I expect the transition to alternative energy sources to accelerate globally.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

The council said the new road was the largest highways scheme it had ever undertaken and would provide an alternative route for traffic, particularly HGVs.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

The alternative was even worse—that it was proof Yakov was growing more and more powerful, laying down his roots.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros




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