alternate

Example Sentences

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It alternated the order of kicks but confused players and supporters.

From BBC

An adaptation of the popular video game franchise, “Fallout” is set in an alternate future around 200 years after much of the world was decimated by nuclear bombs.

From Los Angeles Times

The match format is loosely based on high school tennis with three doubles lines, one singles line and “friendlies” — ensuring that beginners, alternates and developing players all get playing time.

From Los Angeles Times

The school currently serves 1,100 boys and girls, operating in three shifts a day - with boys attending on alternating days from girls.

From BBC

Rodríguez's tone has been alternating between defiant and conciliatory since she was designated interim president by Venezuela's Supreme Court.

From BBC