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
Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2025
Have alternate plans for refrigerating medicines or using power-dependent medical devices.
Go to a community location with power if cold is extreme.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 11 June 2025
After tweaking her ankle in training, 2024 Olympic alternate Tiana Sumanasekera was limited only to beam in Panama City.
—Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
Aubrey Bailey, Verywell Health, 16 June 2025
Romano moved back into the closer role since the loss of Alvarado, and has alternated awesome and awful performances - his ERA is an unsightly 7.40 to date.
—Tony Blengino, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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Verb
Limestone brick arches alternate with smooth tuff walls, some pockmarked, while others are chiseled with geometric shapes.
—Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2025
Have alternate plans for refrigerating medicines or using power-dependent medical devices.
Go to a community location with power if cold is extreme.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Adjective
Testimony began on April 22 – after three weeks of jury selection empaneled 12 jurors and six alternates.
—Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 11 June 2025
After tweaking her ankle in training, 2024 Olympic alternate Tiana Sumanasekera was limited only to beam in Panama City.
—Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
Noun
Continue alternating directions for the length of your walk.
—Aubrey Bailey, Verywell Health, 16 June 2025
Romano moved back into the closer role since the loss of Alvarado, and has alternated awesome and awful performances - his ERA is an unsightly 7.40 to date.
—Tony Blengino, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alternate
Verb
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Six bartenders were asked to mix certain cocktails in a bid to beat the robotic system in a taste-test challenge.—
Gabriel Snyder,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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Recipe Tips For Pontoon Dip Room temperature cream cheese is easier to mix into cool mayonnaise and sour cream.—
Marianne Williams,
Southern Living,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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So far, the country's outbound shipments have held up relatively strong over the past two months, as exporters pivoted to alternative markets, notably Southeast Asian countries and European Union nations.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
1 July 2025
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The 28-year-old trades her ethereal R&B sound for a lean into alternative female rage.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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This denim pair comes in a white shade that reminds us of Witherspoon’s seasonal shorts.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
28 June 2025
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Chef Christophe Moret offers a seasonal, local menu a la carte or prix fixe.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
Noun
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The information provided here is not legal advice and does not purport to be a substitute for advice of counsel on any specific matter.—
Wen Xie,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Charlie Tasker, a 19-year-old right-back with a strong work ethic who gets up and down the pitch, was an unused substitute in five of Brighton’s Premier League games in April before injuries affected his chances of further involvement.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
30 June 2025
Verb
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Spanning three levels and over 17,000-square-feet, The Louis combines retail, exhibition and hospitality spaces.—
Mark Faithfull,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Both of these pieces combine the shade with soft, easy-to-wear silhouettes.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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The waters of a Texas lake remain shrouded in mystery as dozens of young men’s bodies continue to be pulled from the depths, putting a community on edge as rumors of a serial killer continue to swirl.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
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This time, we're introduced to Lottie, a grandmother who moonlights as a serial killer—and is forced to come out of retirement due to a series of unfortunate events.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
4 July 2025
Noun
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Kepler’s in-house replacement would be Justin Crawford, the 21-year-old outfield prospect who is slashing .332/.408/.435 with 26 steals at Triple A.—
Anthony Stitt,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Even before releasing Tucker, the Ravens drafted his possible replacement in April, selecting Tyler Loop out of Arizona in the sixth round.—
Brian Wacker,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2025
Verb
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My company is starting to incorporate AI agents into all of our datasets.—
Jay Bhatty,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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So be sure to incorporate these treatment options into your regimen.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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“Alternate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alternate. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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