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expected alternative
[ɪkˈspɛktɪd ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv]
noun
pl: expected alternatives
alternativa esperada
1.
A choice or option that is anticipated or predicted to occur in a given situation
The expected alternative to the current proposal was rejected by the committee.
A alternativa esperada para a proposta atual foi rejeitada pela comissão.
2.
In decision-making or planning, a foreseeable option among several possibilities
Given the budget constraints, the expected alternative was to reduce staff hours.
Dadas as restrições orçamentárias, a alternativa esperada era reduzir as horas de trabalho.
3.
In linguistics or grammar, a predicted or standard variation of a word or structure
The expected alternative spelling was accepted in the new style guide.
A ortografia alternativa esperada foi aceita no novo guia de estilo.
Synonyms
anticipated option
foreseeable choice
predicted alternative
standard alternative
Antonyms
unexpected alternative
unforeseen option
surprising choice
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
alternativa esperada
Standard usage in business and academic contexts
Portugal
alternativa prevista
Often uses 'prevista' (foreseen) instead of 'esperada' (expected)
Related Idioms & Phrases
plan B
fallback option
second choice
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