framework4.0.4 doenst run on php 7.1 alternative

Guys,

I am trying to integrate your latest framework 4.0.4, in my new project but its requiring me to upgrade my PHP version from 7.1 to 7.2 or higher from my cpanel command line as stated below:
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 "CodeIgniter CLI Tool - Version 4.0.4 - Server-Time: 2020-11-02 07:20:51am

Your PHP version must be 7.2 or higher to run CodeIgniter. Current version: 7.1.33tauenjic@c01 [~/public_html/superapp/install/ci-news]#

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Problem is, I already have 3 projects running, that are limited to PHP 7.1 and not higher... Is there an alternative way around that(meaning getting it to run on a  PHP version 7.1 without having to upgrade my PHP version)?

Anyways let me know if there is a way

thank your support in advance.

cheers