Example sentences of "[vb -s] a [adj] alternative to " in BNC.
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| 1 | Serum fructosamine concentration looks a possible alternative to HbA 1 ( Baker et al , 1985 ) : it is reliable and reflects the integrated blood glucose level over three to six weeks versus eight to 12 . |
| 2 | But the next example shows an effective alternative to the use of the explicit marker ‘ he thought ’ : |
| 3 | This procedure represents a practical alternative to other methods such as Northern blotting , RT-PCR or S1 Nuclease treatment and avoids isotopic handling . |
| 4 | Marxist theory offers a radical alternative to functionalism . |
| 5 | This excursion offers an interesting alternative to the ever-popular classic testpiece of the Pennines — the Marsden to Edale bogtrot . |
| 6 | A quite developed model of the reasons for fragmentation of government into different tiers and sectors is provided by the dual state thesis , which presents a Marxist alternative to liberal corporatist theory ( see pp. 193 — 7 ) . |
| 7 | And the Rose d'Or , a little hotel opened only a few weeks ago , promises a welcome alternative to the establishments of Apt , Aix and Cavaillon . |
| 8 | The ultimate in natural flooring , sisal makes a hard-wearing alternative to natural wood floors . |
| 9 | Twenty years old , the Range Rover is still the only serious off-roader that makes a convincing alternative to a luxury saloon . |
| 10 | A sturdy chain makes a useful alternative to a bar . |
| 11 | This creamy pâté makes a nice alternative to the usual cheese and egg sandwich fillings . |
| 12 | 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 . |
| 13 | Gravadlax makes a delicious alternative to smoked salmon and is the raw fish marinated with plenty of herbs , especially dill . |
| 14 | Rum ( white , for preference ) makes a sound alternative to the brandy in this recipe . |
| 15 | Natural gas provides a viable alternative to petrol and diesel , offering a large cost saving per gallon . |
| 16 | Plasticine is an old favourite and together with dough provides a useful alternative to clay . |
| 17 | Nevertheless , neither the Chronicle nor the Historia Brittonum provides an acceptable alternative to the Bedan chronology . |