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alternate

/ˈɔːltərnət/
adjective
  1. Happening or following in turns; every other one in a series.
    • The alternate lanes on the highway were closed for repairs.
    • We water the plants on alternate days.
    • She works alternate weekends so she can have time off.
  2. Being a substitute or second choice; alternative.
    • He served as the alternate captain for the game.
    • The team has an alternate plan if it rains.
    • We took an alternate route to avoid traffic.
Synonyms
alternative
noun
  1. A person who takes the place of another; a substitute.
    • If you can't go, please find an alternate.
    • The delegate sent an alternate to the meeting.
    • She was chosen as an alternate for the debate team.
Synonyms
substitute
verb
  1. To switch back and forth between two or more things.
    • We alternate between studying and taking breaks.
    • The seasons alternate from warm to cold throughout the year.
    • She likes to alternate running with swimming for exercise.
Synonyms
switchrotate
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