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
Apples Apples don’t have to go in the fridge, though some people might prefer them crisp and cold.
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Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 25 Sep. 2025
Some people prefer a high-pile cotton that envelops them like a hug post shower, while others like a thinner waffle weave that dries in minutes.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 24 Sep. 2025
Mills now prefers recording singles to laying down entire albums at once and is working on a new single through her personal label, CJM Entertainment, named for her parents’ initials.
—Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 24 Sep. 2025
My grandfather Bob Levitt preferred political memoirs or, from time to time, a Clive Cussler.
—Nina West
september 24, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2025
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Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 25 Sep. 2025
Some people prefer a high-pile cotton that envelops them like a hug post shower, while others like a thinner waffle weave that dries in minutes.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 24 Sep. 2025
Mills now prefers recording singles to laying down entire albums at once and is working on a new single through her personal label, CJM Entertainment, named for her parents’ initials.
—Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 24 Sep. 2025
My grandfather Bob Levitt preferred political memoirs or, from time to time, a Clive Cussler.
—Nina West
september 24, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prefer
Verb
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Deilus has found that many of her customers like to style vintage books on shelves or coffee tables and will keep her eyes peeled for interesting titles while thrifting.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
27 Sep. 2025
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For those who like to stay on top of their workout routine while traveling, The Fifth also features an on-site Fitness Suite with modern equipment.—
Maya Kachroo-Levine,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
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Ryuji dies in the Season 3 finale, choosing to head into the world of death rather than fight for life.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
26 Sep. 2025
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No parent should choose between feeding a child and heating a home.—
Derrick Hollie,
Boston Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
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Walk along the bay, venture to Fort Worden Historical State Park, or make your way to the iconic Point Wilson Lighthouse and enjoy the vibrant colors along the way.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Sep. 2025
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On the plus side, this means wearing cropped jeans can be a great way to show off your favorite sneakers or enjoy a pair of flats without having the hem drag or hide the shoes.—
Renata Joffre,
Glamour,
26 Sep. 2025
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The group held its annual voting meeting to select and announce grant recipients supporting programs and initiatives across Arkansas.—
Carin Schoppmeyer,
Arkansas Online,
28 Sep. 2025
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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Jackson, who often favors gothic glamour and punk rock style, accessorized with a mini Ryder bag from the British fashion house.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
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Gen Z is the only age group in Spain that favors thematic channels over general programming.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Oct. 2025
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The chain is generating the same reaction in Finneytown, a suburban Cincinnati neighborhood where a new Dutch Bros on Winton Road is causing locals to pick sides.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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Others pick the fluids up in trucks and send them across Europe and the world.—
Peter Vanham,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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Those who want to add Protein Cold Foam to their favorite drink can choose from flavors including banana, vanilla, sugar-free vanilla, chocolate, matcha, salted caramel and brown sugar, plain with no sugar and limited-time seasonal flavors pumpkin and pecan.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
29 Sep. 2025
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The players are big on wanting to play on grass, while the owners are more interested in the turf.—
Mark Kern,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Prefer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prefer. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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