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Common collocations with alternative in American Collocation

alternative noun countable

US /ɔlˈtɜrnətɪv/

possible

feasible
possible
sustainable
viable
workable

The method could transform the nuclear energy industry and offer a viable alternative to fossil fuels.

cheap

cheap
cost-effective
low-cost

Biking to work is a cheap alternative to going to the gym!

real

credible
genuine
real
realistic

So far no credible political alternative to the traditional political parties has emerged.

good

acceptable
attractive
convenient
effective
healthy
safe
suitable

This problem has been compounded by the lack of investment in attractive alternatives to car usage.

extreme

radical

They have tried to copy the policies of the other two parties rather than offer any radical alternative.

provide

offer
present
provide

The software package offers a viable alternative to competing versions.

consider

consider
examine
explore
look at
look into

All manufacturers offer this option, and the majority of customers consider both alternatives.

look for

develop
find
look for
seek

This has led scientists to seek less dangerous alternatives.

suggest

discuss
propose
suggest

We only offer quality products and will, where possible, suggest suitable alternatives for discontinued components.