alternatives
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The second is a stark lack of alternatives.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
The firm, with over 4% stake, believes Mattel is positioned for strategic alternatives after stabilizing its business.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
When prices are going up, consumers may see a high price at a particular gas station and think it’s an outlier, so they look for alternatives — even if all stations are raising prices.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
Consumers and restaurants continue to avoid meat alternatives, and Beyond Meat’s outlook suggests things could get tougher from here, as the company tries to expand into new but increasingly competitive areas like protein beverages.
From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026
The giveaway is the presence of or between the alternatives.
From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner
![]()