alternate

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In the film’s slightly alternate reality, Charli sighs and goes along with what everyone else is telling her to do, simply because she’s never found herself in this position before.

From Salon

It is 2026 on the calendar, but it feels like we are in some alternate universe.

From Salon

With the jury of 12 members and six alternates approved on Friday, arguments in the case are now scheduled to begin Monday in Los Angeles Superior Court.

From Barron's

Each member of the team will take two laps on the course, in alternating order.

From Los Angeles Times

Ruohonen, a 54-year-old alternate, would be the oldest American to compete in a Winter Olympics in any medal sport if he is called into action.

From Los Angeles Times