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otherwise

/ɔːˈθɛərwaɪz/ adverb · British & US
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What does otherwise mean?

adverb

Used to indicate an alternative or a different situation; otherwise, in a different way. In other circumstances or conditions.

Example

"If you don't like the weather, you can always go inside; otherwise, you'll get wet."

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