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alternative solution
[/ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv səˈluːʃən/]
noun
pl: alternative solutions
solução alternativa
1.
A different or optional way to solve a problem or address a situation
Since the original plan failed, we need to find an alternative solution.
Como o plano original falhou, precisamos encontrar uma solução alternativa.
2.
One of several possible answers or approaches to a given problem
The committee proposed three alternative solutions to reduce costs.
A comissão propôs três soluções alternativas para reduzir custos.
Synonyms
alternative option
alternate solution
another way
different approach
backup plan
workaround
Antonyms
only solution
primary solution
main approach
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
solução alternativa
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
solução alternativa
Common in business and technical contexts
Portugal
solução alternativa
Standard Portuguese usage; may also use 'opção alternativa'
Related Idioms & Phrases
Plan B
back to the drawing board
think outside the box
find another way
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