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recourse

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of recourse

something that one uses to accomplish an end especially when the usual means is not available

His only recourse is to file a complaint with the manager.

Synonyms of recourse

expedient, resort, resource

Words Related to recourse

hope, opportunity, possibility, relief

makeshift, replacement, stopgap, substitute

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