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adj

alternating

adj
1
Switching back and forth between two states or values in a repeating pattern.
"Household outlets supply alternating current."

How to Use Alternating

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In plain EnglishGoing back and forth between two things in a regular, repeating way.

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alternating current alternating pattern
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