Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with alternative in American Collocation
alternative
noun
countable
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
possible
The method could transform the nuclear energy industry and offer a viable alternative to fossil fuels.
cheap
Biking to work is a cheap alternative to going to the gym!
real
So far no credible political alternative to the traditional political parties has emerged.
good
This problem has been compounded by the lack of investment in attractive alternatives to car usage.
extreme
They have tried to copy the policies of the other two parties rather than offer any radical alternative.
provide
The software package offers a viable alternative to competing versions.
consider
All manufacturers offer this option, and the majority of customers consider both alternatives.
look for
This has led scientists to seek less dangerous alternatives.
suggest
We only offer quality products and will, where possible, suggest suitable alternatives for discontinued components.