Both Uses of
alternative
in
The Stranger
- I gave myself leave, to consider the other alternative; that my appeal was successful. And then the trouble was to calm down that sudden rush of joy racing through my body and even bringing tears to my eyes.
Chpt 2.5 *alternative = possible outcome (something available as another possibility)
- But it was up to me to bring my nerves to heel and steady my mind; for, even in considering this possibility, I had to keep some order in my thoughts, so as to make my consolations, as regards the first alternative, more plausible.†
Chpt 2.5
Definition:
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(alternative as in: an alternative plan) something available as another possibility