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Adverbial or else has 1 sense
- alternatively, as an alternative, instead, or else - in place of, or as an alternative to; "Felix became a herpetologist instead"; "alternatively we could buy a used car"
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Term: or else
Part of Speech: Phrase
Definition: Used to introduce the consequence or alternative if the preceding statement or condition is not satisfied.
Senses:
- Sense: Indicates a possible negative or undesirable outcome.
- Usage: You need to finish your homework by 8 pm, or else you won't be allowed to go out with your friends.
- Usage: Please pay your bills on time, or else you may face late payment charges.
- Sense: Suggests an alternative or additional action to be taken.
- Usage: Take an umbrella with you, or else you might get caught in the rain.
- Usage: Remember to save the document frequently, or else you risk losing all your work.
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