as in to mix
to place or do (different things) so that one follows the other in a repeated series
To make the appetizer, you should alternate layers of tomatoes and cheese. The poem alternates fear and hope.
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as in alternative
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as in backup
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as in seasonal
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as in substitute
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Recent Examples of alternate
Caroline Price, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Kate also coordinated with her husband, Prince William, and children, Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6, in alternating shades of green and blue.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 25 Dec. 2024
Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 31 Dec. 2024
The idea of a prequel to Breath of the Wild is neat, since that's where most of the action happens in Breath of the Wild's story, but veering off into a strange time travel story with alternate timelines and bespoke villains just isn't that interesting.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 11 Aug. 2024
Not for every game, but as their alternates for a few games per year.
—Eric Koreen, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
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Their Olympic teammates, alternates Leanne Wong (Florida), Joscelyn Roberson (Arkansas), and Kaliya Lincoln (LSU) will also be key contributors to their respective teams in 2025.
—Caroline Price, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Kate also coordinated with her husband, Prince William, and children, Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6, in alternating shades of green and blue.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 25 Dec. 2024
Adjective
But today’s lawsuit offers an alternate version of events.
—Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 31 Dec. 2024
The idea of a prequel to Breath of the Wild is neat, since that's where most of the action happens in Breath of the Wild's story, but veering off into a strange time travel story with alternate timelines and bespoke villains just isn't that interesting.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
Noun
Rather than carrying 23 players on the roster, Hayes has only had 18 (save for four alternates to bring in whenever players have gotten hurt).
—Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 11 Aug. 2024
Not for every game, but as their alternates for a few games per year.
—Eric Koreen, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
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Enter, pre-fall 25—a culmination of the seasons, such as summer staples like billowy skirts and dresses, mixed with early fall favorites like suede handbags, knee-high boots, and cropped jackets.Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025
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Despite suggesting it be mixed with a milk frother, this one didn’t offer much froth on its own, but foamed up with the help of some milk.Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appétit, 8 Jan. 2025
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The accompanying Rockaway Park Shuttle train connection to Broad Channel will be out of service for the same period, frustrating riders with limited alternative acceptable transportation options.Terri Carta, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2025
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Booking early, choosing off-peak times and locations, and considering alternative lodging options can lead to significant savings.Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 14 Jan. 2025
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Spring and summer were more than one and a half degrees celsius warmer than the seasonal average from 1991 to 2020.Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 10 Jan. 2025
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For retailers, seasonal hiring does not take place just within stores.Jordyn Holman, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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In terms of a substitute striking so rapidly, the first comparison that came to mind was Nicklas Bendtner for Arsenal against Tottenham Hotspur in 2007.Phil Hay, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
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Nutritional yeast, nuts and seeds, whole grains, and dairy substitutes can also provide a variety of essential vitamins and minerals.Merve Ceylan, Health, 14 Jan. 2025
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In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce, croutons, garlic, anchovies and Parmesan cheese and toss.Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
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The space will combine art and businesses, just like Dupp & Swat’s other brands, and will include the siblings’ signature focus on Black creatives.Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 17 Jan. 2025
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West Coast serial killer Rodney Alcala (played to chilling perfection by Daniel Zovatto) went on a match-making game show in the 1970’s and was selected by contestant Sheryl Bradshaw (Anna Kendrick) to go on an all expenses paid weekend vacation together.Scott Phillips, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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The contract killer named Mad Dog’s been flattened by a car, so what’s a serial killer in training to do?Nick Caruso, TVLine, 3 Jan. 2025
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Key stats Minnesota’s replacement LT Cam Robinson has allowed eight sacks in 10 games, and gave up nine pressures against the Lions in Week 18.Jacob Robinson, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Having copies of medical records and prescriptions readily available can significantly streamline the process of obtaining replacement medications and equipment in emergency situations.Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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The 30-year-old singer incorporated many genres, including reggaeton, música jíbara, salsa, plena, bomba, house, and dembow into 17 tracks.Lola Mendez, Architectural Digest, 15 Jan. 2025
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Today, the dance workout also incorporates strength work and high intensity interval training.Danielle Friedman, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Alternate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alternate. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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