alternative
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
It is what a refinery pays when the alternative is going out of business entirely.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026
"ATDR is something everyone already has in their body. Our findings suggest that there may be an alternative approach that uses naturally occurring molecules to treat diseases related to myelin damage," he says.
From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026
Retirees must now explore alternative investments to stay ahead of inflation.
From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026
Bell said the decision to create an alternative entrance was driven more by practicalities than theatricalities.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
“Do you have an alternative, Alter? Do you want to wait for Mr. Whitby all night, if he’s just lying dead in there?”
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
Vocabulary lists containing alternative
Tier 2 Words for the SBAC ELA Items
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Catcher in the Rye
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
