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alternative

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




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The shortage has left countries scrambling for alternative crude suppliers outside of the Gulf, while others are tapping into their own oil reserves.

From BBC

“What alternative have we?” the chief went on in a whisper.

From Literature

“We look forward to working with Publicis to provide workable alternatives to this particular request, including information at an even more granular level than requested,” The Trade Desk added.

From Barron's

Real estate could go in the alternative bucket.

From Barron's

There are now a handful of alternative calculations that aim to better define healthy and problematic weight.

From MarketWatch