alternatives

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The second is the maturation of Chinese alternatives in key technologies—certain chips, AI agents, batteries —which has lowered the perceived cost of cutting Western counterparties out.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

This approach involves replacing several power-consuming components at once with more efficient alternatives to maintain enough warmth and functionality for continued science operations.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

"We recognise that a hostel environment may not suit everyone, and we continue to work with partners to provide safe and appropriate alternatives," a spokesperson said.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Calanche, a former police commissioner, said she too supports alternatives to police, telling an audience recently that youth programs would be a top budget priority.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

At the outset of our meeting, I suggested alternatives to him, but he was not interested and instead aired a number of grievances.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela