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alternative

[awl-tur-nuh-tiv, al-] / ɔlˈtɜr nə tɪv, æl- /




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DHL has previously said that it typically benefits from such disruption, as it can lean on its air and road network to offer customers alternative options when ocean transport isn’t viable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

They also note that if aerobic exercise is not suitable due to individual limitations, "alternative forms of structured physical activity may still be beneficial."

From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2026

An alternative strategy to consider: Sell a call and buy a put option, a bearish risk reversal.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

Iranian officials said on Tuesday the country could withstand the blockade as it was using alternative trade routes.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Today at lunch Aaron was trying to, as usual, convert me to listening to his alternative heavy metal bands.

From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon




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