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alternate

adjective as in substitute

Strongest match

noun as in substitute

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The latter is transmitted by lice and produces alternating periods of fever and recovery.

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To replace some of these officials, the party promoted 11 alternates to full membership of the Central Committee at this week’s plenum.

Enter the Vikings, who have alternated wins and losses all season and are coming off a six-point loss to Philadelphia.

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For a year or two, he alternated between a stud and a silver hoop.

The alternating pattern challenges the body to adapt and recover quickly, leading to major fitness improvements in less time.

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