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Grade 7
(al-ter-nate) 3 syllables

Definition

verb. to switch back and forth between things.

Example Sentence

He was an alternate for the team. OR We alternate doing the dishes.

More Example Sentences

You can alternate your exercise each day.

Synonyms

switch; rotate; interchange

Antonyms

remain; stay; continue

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Rhymes

  • alternate
  • alternate
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