The grammarist says WELL DONE.Alternate. An “alternate” is a replacement for the original. For example: The helicopter is grounded. We need alternate transport. (Note that the helicopter is no longer an option. The alternate replaces it.)
Alternative. An “alternative” is another option to the original. For example: The helicopter is expensive. I suggest alternative transport.
C over 2 years ago
Watch Fox news for tips
Sanspareil over 2 years ago
The proof is in the pudding of alien narratives!
The Reader Premium Member over 2 years ago
I put the proof in the pudding.
Dani Rice over 2 years ago
Just remember, Mum was a kid once!
mountainclimber over 2 years ago
The grammarist says WELL DONE.Alternate. An “alternate” is a replacement for the original. For example: The helicopter is grounded. We need alternate transport. (Note that the helicopter is no longer an option. The alternate replaces it.)
Alternative. An “alternative” is another option to the original. For example: The helicopter is expensive. I suggest alternative transport.
Gameguy49 Premium Member over 2 years ago
Alternative narratives/blatant lies, tomato/tomahto.
Grumpy Old Guy over 2 years ago
The NYT recently proved that…..
GreggW Premium Member over 2 years ago
Fortunately the establishment media doesn’t demand those from the people in power.