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alternatives

Pronunciation: [ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪvz]

Word

Learn how to use alternatives in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “decision-making”

(noun) options or choices that you can consider instead of the one you are thinking about. When you have alternatives, you have other things to choose from.

Example

She decided to explore several alternatives before making a final choice.

Example

He felt trapped because he didn't see any alternatives to his current job.

Example

What are some alternatives to going to the movies tonight?

Context: “solution”

(noun) different ways to solve a problem. When there is a challenge, having alternatives means there are various ways to find a solution.

Example

The teacher provided several alternatives for completing the project.

Example

There were no alternatives available, so we couldn't solve the issue.

Example

Can you think of any alternatives if this plan doesn't work?

How to pronounce alternatives

Pronunciation: [ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪvz]

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