We've been looking for 'alternatives to' the usual treatment, but it seems there are few options.
They left me no 'alternative' but to call the police. [=I had to call the police]
We could meet at the library or, 'alternatively', we could all meet at my house.
(..) your position. My position is quite clear. I'm your son until a better alternative comes along. You've never asked me about your mother. Why would I? She had me, she died. (..)2015 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Kill the Boy Season: 5 Episode 5