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alternatives

NOUN

possible choice

Synonyms

STRONGEST

opportunity option substitute

STRONG

druthers pick preference recourse redundancy selection sub

WEAK

back-up other other fish in sea other fish to fry take it or leave it

Antonyms

STRONG

rejection

WEAK

compulsion constraint necessity obligation restraint

Example Sentences

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A constitutional right to alternatives is hollow without alternatives for judges to choose from.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

That’s why Trivariate Research’s Adam Parker screened for alternatives to the stocks in his AI chip basket.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

From time to time, there are rumblings in Lib Dem ranks, wondering aloud why the party doesn't seem to be the beneficiary of a restless electorate on the hunt for alternatives.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

The ECB held the deposit rate at 2% on Thursday but debated alternatives, including a rate hike.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

When you’re talking about a choice between alternatives, use whether-.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner