alternative

Example Sentences

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Trail hunting was introduced by the Hunting Act 2004 as an alternative to hounds chasing foxes and involves using an animal-scented rag.

From BBC

It is also finding alternative sources for helium, needed in chipmaking.

From Barron's

But the current high prices are already boosting the appeal of alternatives, from renewables to coal.

From The Wall Street Journal

He was critical of the scale and design of the facility, and said he was not satisfied that more suitable alternative sites could not be found.

From BBC

The third, and most long-term change, has to do with, in this case, economies moving away from their reliance on oil and natural gas by exploring alternatives.

From Salon