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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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This myth assumed that high-tech and the trades were alternatives, even rivals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

But sales of knockoff merchandise are still surging, as the soaring cost of tickets and official products has fuelled demand for cheaper alternatives.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

The spokesperson urged reptile owners who have been using dubia roaches as feeders to seek legal alternatives such as crickets and wood roaches.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

The Iran war also created demand for alternatives to fossil fuels.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Lack of worthy alternatives probably had a lot to do with it.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx