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Alternative (Adjective)

Serving or used in place of another; "an alternative plan".

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Necessitating a choice between mutually exclusive possibilities; "alternative possibilities were neutrality or war".

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The two alternative plans were either to travel by bus or by train to reach the destination on time.
She was faced with the alternative of either accepting the job offer or continuing her education.
The doctor presented the patient with two alternative treatments for the illness, each with its own set of risks and benefits.
The government was forced to consider alternative sources of energy as the country's fossil fuel reserves began to dwindle.
The two alternative solutions to the conflict were either a peaceful resolution through diplomacy or a military intervention.

Pertaining to unconventional choices; "an alternative life style".

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