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
Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The judge also issued Paul custody of Ever on the same midweek day each week without overnights as well as alternating weekends.
—Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
There are no surprises, whether doing a barrel roll to deflect lasers or flying under arches and through a waterfall to find an alternate path.
—Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 2 June 2026
Manuel Bojorquez, CBS News, 12 May 2026
Tom Hoge got in as an alternate when Jake Knapp was forced to withdraw with a thumb injury.
—ABC News, 11 May 2026
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Verb
The scene alternates between him on a platform with dancers wearing Xuân Phả folk masks, set against the beautiful landscape of Trang An in Ninh Binh Province.
—Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The judge also issued Paul custody of Ever on the same midweek day each week without overnights as well as alternating weekends.
—Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Adjective
The opera is double cast, so some of the subsequent performances feature alternate cast members Hongni Wu, Justin Austin, Jack Swanson and Patrick Carfizzi in those same principal roles.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
There are no surprises, whether doing a barrel roll to deflect lasers or flying under arches and through a waterfall to find an alternate path.
—Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 2 June 2026
Noun
The fire has forced to shut down Card Sound Road for several hours on both Monday and Tuesday due to the fire and smoky conditions in the area, forcing drivers to take US-1 as an alternate to and from the Florida Keys.
—Manuel Bojorquez, CBS News, 12 May 2026
Tom Hoge got in as an alternate when Jake Knapp was forced to withdraw with a thumb injury.
—ABC News, 11 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alternate
Verb
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Swap one low-fiber food for a high-fiber alternative each week and mix it up across fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains.—
Ryan Brennan
June 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 June 2026
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Available in three flavor profiles — Unflavored, Mango Mist and Lemon Frost — the dissolvable powder can be mixed in water, smoothies and shakes to deliver 20 grams of whey protein isolate.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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For Kering, the six-piece collection is a vote of confidence for alternative materials.—
Bella Webb,
Vogue,
11 June 2026
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On public safety, Raman said city leaders have focused too heavily on increasing police staffing without doing enough to reduce demands on officers through alternative response programs.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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Every business trip now includes backup flights, refundable bookings, and extra insurance.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Hawks, whose only other offer was from North Texas, will immediately compete for a backup job at tackle behind Cantwell and Matthew McCoy.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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About 80 percent of Boston hotels report their bookings are falling short of seasonal averages, according to the American Hotel and Lodging Association.—
Brandon Truitt,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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There are many plants with great seasonal interest as potential replacements.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2026
Noun
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Sparkling water may be a good substitute for soda.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
9 June 2026
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Teams were allowed two substitutes, a rule first introduced for the 1990 tournament, and a new provision allowed a third for an injured goalkeeper or a keeper who received a red card.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Dishes use local produce but combine them with Asian ingredients for a light meal that’s bursting with flavors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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By combining all the different brands in a single kitchen, Lore said Wonder can serve geographies and regions that don’t have the population numbers to support larger fast-casual chains like Chipotle or Cava.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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Laurence, 41, a former ambulance worker, fashioned a makeshift sling for his new wife, and the couple remained at the celebration for the rest of the evening.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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More than 3,000 people died in 2025 trying to reach the Canary Islands, often in makeshift dinghies, according to the NGO Caminando Fronteras.—
Joshua McElwee,
USA Today,
6 June 2026
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The serial winner with Real Madrid is the first foreign coach in history to lead the Seleção.—
Esteban Campanela,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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This past week, CBS News reported on the case of one serial fraudster in California.—
Las Vegas Review-Journal,
Twin Cities,
7 June 2026
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“Alternate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alternate. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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