Understanding the Meaning and Usage of "Alternately"

Alternately can be used as an adverb or adjective. As an adverb, it means "one after the other" or "in turns". For example:

* I'll have a coffee, then you can have one, alternately.
* We'll take turns playing the game, alternately.

As an adjective, it means "occurring or done in turns". For example:

* The two teams played each other alternately, with one team winning and the other losing.
* The alternately colored stripes on the flag create a striking visual effect.

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