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alternative

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




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But I believe employees have an alternative—one that isn’t easy, but could help move the power dynamic back in their favor.

From The Wall Street Journal

Faced with the alternative of the film not getting made, she embraced the "challenge" of filming in northern Germany, featuring many actors from Germany's large Afghan diaspora.

From Barron's

For China’s Gen Z, finding high-quality alternatives to premium Western brands has become a point of pride, shared and celebrated across platforms like Xiaohongshu with the fervor once reserved for luxury unboxing videos.

From Barron's

Vegans and vegetarians have popularized plant-based milk alternatives — almond milk, oat milk, soy milk, cashew, hemp, coconut; if it grows, it may have a milk version.

From Los Angeles Times

“Before, there was no alternative to find growth other than tech,” Kourkafas said.

From MarketWatch