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English
alternate
ɒl.ˈtɜː(ɹ).nət, ˈɑl.tɚ.neɪt, ˈɑl.tɚ.nət, ˈɒl.tə(ɹ).ˌneɪt, ˈɔl.tɚ.neɪt, ˈɔl.tɚ.nət
Meaning: to follow reciprocally in place or time; to happen in turns
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | alternate |
| 3rd person singular present | alternates |
| Present participle | alternating |
| Past | alternated |
| Will future | will alternate |
| Going-to future | going to alternate |
| Imperative negative | don't alternate / do not alternate |
Example
Good times alternate with bad times.
Good times alternate with bad times.
Usage Notes
Describes a pattern where one state follows another repeatedly. While the pronunciation with a schwa is often associated with the adjective, it is sometimes used for the intransitive verb in certain contexts.
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