Example sentences of "makes a [adj] alternative to " in BNC.
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1 | The ultimate in natural flooring , sisal makes a hard-wearing alternative to natural wood floors . |
2 | Twenty years old , the Range Rover is still the only serious off-roader that makes a convincing alternative to a luxury saloon . |
3 | A sturdy chain makes a useful alternative to a bar . |
4 | This creamy pâté makes a nice alternative to the usual cheese and egg sandwich fillings . |
5 | Yet more sweet scent came wafting from the generous drifts of white alyssum that softened the open areas of stone chippings in Cheshire Pink shade — a surface that makes a practical alternative to the conventional lawn and can be defined and contained by brick edging . |
6 | Gravadlax makes a delicious alternative to smoked salmon and is the raw fish marinated with plenty of herbs , especially dill . |
7 | Rum ( white , for preference ) makes a sound alternative to the brandy in this recipe . |