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otherwise

[uhth-er-wahyz] / ˈʌð ərˌwaɪz /
ADVERB
in another way; alternatively
Synonyms
STRONG
differently
WEAK
any other way at another time contrarily diversely elseways if not in different circumstances on the other hand or else or then under other conditions variously

Example Sentences

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If you believe getting stronger requires pushing yourself to the limit at the gym, new research suggests otherwise.

From Science Daily • May 1, 2026

Posen says that George and his contemporaries are not “failed generals” who would otherwise be fired and replaced during wartime.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

Chevron produces natural gas off Israel’s coast, and those operations were temporarily suspended, but otherwise the company has avoided major harm.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Nick Reiner entered his not guilty plea in February, but his case has otherwise been stalled by procedural delays.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

I was scratched all over but otherwise fine—except I had no idea where I was.

From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth

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