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alternative energy
noun
- energy, as solar, wind, or nuclear energy, that can replace or supplement traditional fossil-fuel sources, as coal, oil, and natural gas.
alternative energy
noun
- a form of energy derived from a natural source, such as the sun, wind, tides, or waves Also calledrenewable energy
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Word History and Origins
Origin of alternative energy1
First recorded in 1970–75
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Example Sentences
Long before it was trendy, Carter preached the gospel of alternative energy.
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As such, it is another one of the victims of the bizarre politicization of alternative energy.
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But since the election of President Obama, Congressional Republicans have generally opposed efforts to back alternative energy.
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One of those is alternative energy, on which the story gets even weirder.
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The soaring price of fossil fuels could inspire alternative-energy initiatives.
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We can promote alternative energy sources and conservation, and we must.
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