as in mixed
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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Recent Examples of alternated
My relaxation space was a wooden bed that alternated between wide slats and screens.
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Christine Sarkis, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Former head coach Roberto De Zerbi alternated between Verbruggen and Steele when Brighton reached the last 16 of the Europa League in 2023-24.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 12 June 2026
At midnight toasts were made with Blanc de Blanc champagne, and then the evening continued with a DJ set entrusted to leading names on the international scene, including Carl Cox, Martin Garrix, David Guetta, and Peggy Gou, who alternated until late into the night.
—Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 7 June 2026
But at the State meet, officials alternated between sticking to the normal race schedule and running the 2 mile early in the meet and the mile later as had been the case in 1974 at the State meet in Bakersfield.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 30 May 2026
In 2025, Simmons alternated that technique with others, such as the circle punch.
—Pj Green
may 23, Kansas City Star, 23 May 2026
In a podcast taping with Kimmel, Fallon, Seth Meyers and John Oliver last week, Colbert alternated between sentimental and sarcastic about the end of his show.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
The competition between Morton and Staubach came to a head in 1971 after both started games and even alternated snaps at one point.
—Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2026
The program alternated between stand-up sets — from comics including John Mulaney, Bill Burr, Leanne Morgan, Ron Funches, Nikki Glaser, Matt Rife and Ali Wong — and bidding on some very exclusive items, all in the name of supporting people with autism and their families.
—Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2026
Christine Sarkis, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Former head coach Roberto De Zerbi alternated between Verbruggen and Steele when Brighton reached the last 16 of the Europa League in 2023-24.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 12 June 2026
At midnight toasts were made with Blanc de Blanc champagne, and then the evening continued with a DJ set entrusted to leading names on the international scene, including Carl Cox, Martin Garrix, David Guetta, and Peggy Gou, who alternated until late into the night.
—Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 7 June 2026
But at the State meet, officials alternated between sticking to the normal race schedule and running the 2 mile early in the meet and the mile later as had been the case in 1974 at the State meet in Bakersfield.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 30 May 2026
In 2025, Simmons alternated that technique with others, such as the circle punch.
—Pj Green
may 23, Kansas City Star, 23 May 2026
In a podcast taping with Kimmel, Fallon, Seth Meyers and John Oliver last week, Colbert alternated between sentimental and sarcastic about the end of his show.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
The competition between Morton and Staubach came to a head in 1971 after both started games and even alternated snaps at one point.
—Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2026
The program alternated between stand-up sets — from comics including John Mulaney, Bill Burr, Leanne Morgan, Ron Funches, Nikki Glaser, Matt Rife and Ali Wong — and bidding on some very exclusive items, all in the name of supporting people with autism and their families.
—Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alternated
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But that buttery soft fish and sticky rice is often mixed with a rainbow of other flavors, from spicy wasabi to salty and savory soy sauce.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Researchers introduced another unusual modification for environments where ice and water mixed together.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
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Eight Marlins pitchers, none recording more than five outs, combined to hold the Giants to three runs.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
20 June 2026
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Nutrition experts, including those featured on the Huberman Lab platform, note that public schools serve more meals each day than all fast-food franchises combined.—
Jordan Schriver,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2026
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The overarching story of these Finals has been that of the better team defeating itself, juxtaposed with the more experienced team keeping its composure.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
12 June 2026
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McKenney juxtaposed the campaign’s background with those of Corson and Holscher in a statement on Monday.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2026
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But when the new proton device was operational this month, the team incorporated that into De La Torre’s plan.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
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The investment comes as Hyphen, which was incorporated in April, launches HyphenShare, a profit-sharing and options program that gives creators and talent managers a financial stake in the agency.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
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The unctuous and sweet char siu pork jowl is interspersed with green apple pressed with lime and ginger for a bright and crisp counter to the fatty pig.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
16 June 2026
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The walkways will be interspersed with plazas, small parks and exercise stations.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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