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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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It can create alternatives that others can produce.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

The UN said last week that many displaced families in Gaza were still forced to shelter in overcrowded tents or severely damaged structures due to the absence of safer alternatives.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

It can create alternatives that others can produce.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Jefferies issued a Hold rating, citing risks like fuel availability and cheaper alternatives, despite the company’s first-mover advantage.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

I hold onto that hope like the frayed end of a lifeline, because I still refuse to face any of the alternatives.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman