1
as in to like
to show partiality toward
I generally prefer chocolate ice cream over vanilla
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2
as in to choose
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
most buyers of that vehicle have preferred the model with four-wheel drive
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Recent Examples of prefer
Some prefer the sweetness of a little extra sugar or additions of spices like cardamom and cinnamon, while others crave the jolt and natural bitterness of a black, unfiltered pour.
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Samantha Husted, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2025
Notably, this fungus prefers dry climates as opposed to humid ones more typical for mold, posing a potentially immense issue for artworks and artifacts, which are specifically maintained in similar environments.
—Francesca Aton For Artnews, Robb Report, 12 May 2025
People who prefer in-person communication may not get the most out of a service like BetterHelp.
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 12 May 2025
Of course, the Celtics would have preferred to enter Saturday with a second-round series lead.
—Jay King, New York Times, 11 May 2025
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Samantha Husted, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2025
Notably, this fungus prefers dry climates as opposed to humid ones more typical for mold, posing a potentially immense issue for artworks and artifacts, which are specifically maintained in similar environments.
—Francesca Aton For Artnews, Robb Report, 12 May 2025
People who prefer in-person communication may not get the most out of a service like BetterHelp.
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 12 May 2025
Of course, the Celtics would have preferred to enter Saturday with a second-round series lead.
—Jay King, New York Times, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prefer
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But with Ingram, Barnes, Barrett and Quickley, there are many players who already like to play with the ball in their hands.—
Sam Vecenie,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
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That was followed by being too busy (17.8%), and not liking the candidates or campaign issues (14.7%).—
Karlyn Bowman,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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The fact that the high court chose this case to discuss universal injunctions could mean a majority want to reaffirm their use, said Ilya Somin, a law professor at George Mason University.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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The pageant continues Sunday at 1 p.m., at which time a new Miss Maine will be chosen to advance to the Miss USA pageant.—
Steve Buckley,
New York Times,
11 May 2025
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Original price: $195 Moms of all ages will enjoy the soft touch of Cozy's Earth's Long-Sleeve Bamboo Pajama Set.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
3 May 2025
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Meanwhile, passengers can enjoy shows and movies from their favorite streaming platforms by downloading content to watch anytime, anywhere.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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By Audrey Noble May 2, 2025 All products featured on Vogue are independently selected by our editors.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
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All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors.—
Alexis Berger,
SELF,
2 May 2025
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Foster has long favored playing wounded, sometimes feral characters whose violent tempers and outsized personalities have shone through the actor’s own imposing physical presence.—
Manuel Betancourt,
Variety,
9 May 2025
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These types of clever retorts seem to favor the male side of my family.—
Elana Rabinowitz,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2025
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Musical fans will likely have a bone to pick with you, though.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
9 May 2025
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There, the family hunkers down, their days occupied with the grueling task of picking cherries in the absence of their usual workers.—
Sophia Stewart,
The Atlantic,
9 May 2025
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So to actually be part of the exhibition and be interacting with her has really been a full-circle moment for me because some of her writing really inspired me to want to design myself.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
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There is a formula for some comedy where people don’t want something different.—
Mikey O'Connell,
HollywoodReporter,
5 May 2025
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“Prefer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prefer. Accessed 17 May. 2025.
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