1
as in favorites
a person or thing that is preferred over others
my preference is soul music
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2
as in likings
positive regard for something
a preference for cool weather
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3
as in options
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
he was promised his preference when the time came to repaint his bedroom
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4
as in promotions
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
a long-sought preference to the position of naval commander
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Recent Examples of preferences
Rescues can usually match you with a dog based on your preferences.
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Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
Conduct a background check Certain industry organization websites offer tools to search for financial advisors by geographic area or other preferences.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2025
Many devices now utilize AI to learn about your preferences and adjust their rhythm or intensity accordingly.
—Essence, 25 Sep. 2025
These meal plans are made with human-grade ingredients and tailored to your pup’s unique dietary needs and preferences.
—Trisha Easto, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
This was Facebook’s big advertising breakthrough a decade ago—the 2016 Trump campaign figured out how to acquire donors by showing campaign ads to people with similar social-media likes and preferences as the existing base of MAGA supporters.
—David Karpf, The Atlantic, 24 Sep. 2025
Customers can also book a dog-first car service, starting at $350, that chauffeur dogs mimicking the Bark Air experience with the dog’s preferences from music to motion sickness concerns.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2025
Pureed pumpkin is often suggested as a healthier replacement in specific recipes, depending on your flavor preferences.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 23 Sep. 2025
An algorithm pairs participants and volunteers with common interests and preferences, with additional oversight from the program coordinator.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
Conduct a background check Certain industry organization websites offer tools to search for financial advisors by geographic area or other preferences.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2025
Many devices now utilize AI to learn about your preferences and adjust their rhythm or intensity accordingly.
—Essence, 25 Sep. 2025
These meal plans are made with human-grade ingredients and tailored to your pup’s unique dietary needs and preferences.
—Trisha Easto, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
This was Facebook’s big advertising breakthrough a decade ago—the 2016 Trump campaign figured out how to acquire donors by showing campaign ads to people with similar social-media likes and preferences as the existing base of MAGA supporters.
—David Karpf, The Atlantic, 24 Sep. 2025
Customers can also book a dog-first car service, starting at $350, that chauffeur dogs mimicking the Bark Air experience with the dog’s preferences from music to motion sickness concerns.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2025
Pureed pumpkin is often suggested as a healthier replacement in specific recipes, depending on your flavor preferences.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 23 Sep. 2025
An algorithm pairs participants and volunteers with common interests and preferences, with additional oversight from the program coordinator.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preferences
Noun
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The actors said that the episode was one of their least favorites but commended the late Doherty for her work on it.—
Daysia Tolentino,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Sep. 2025
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So, stating the obvious, here are two teams that were considered Super Bowl contenders — if not favorites — entering the year.—
Scott Chasen,
Kansas City Star,
28 Sep. 2025
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Resident parrots, monkeys, and sea turtles delight guests, while the beach, multiple swimming pools, and a series of freshwater canals, traversable by boat, provide non-stop activity options.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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Appetizer options include mini crab cakes and salmon bites, served alongside an assortment of specialty cocktails to wash it all down.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Throughout the weekend, fans can expect other promotions, including postgame fireworks and a stop from the Topps truck tour, featuring more than 11,000 baseball cards for trading and collecting.—
Marcus Smith,
Sacbee.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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Kaufman first joined Paramount in 1997 as vp, promotions marketing at Nickelodeon, following several years as vp, promotions at Turner Broadcasting.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Sep. 2025
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Presenting their favorite characters in more places can mean spreading the wealth and ultimately fueling their appetites for more.—
Sarah Whitten,
CNBC,
28 Sep. 2025
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His appetites and his animosities only deepen.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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After taking stock of his personal and professional choices, relationships and the legacy he is set to leave behind, Jay Kelly impulsively sets off on a whirlwind adventure through Europe with Ron, who is deeply embedded in his life.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
29 Sep. 2025
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Over a mashup of fiddles and guitars, Tod and Jennings blend their rough-hewn voices on a song about consequences for older vices and choices, pondering when the consequences of those actions outweigh the vices themselves.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Chinese tech giant joins other global firms in pledging eye-watering sums toward AI development, aimed at supercharging advancements and providing enough power to meet demand.—
Claire Cameron,
semafor.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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Despite macroeconomic uncertainties, several companies are well-positioned to deliver strong returns to investors from rapid technological advancements and artificial intelligence (AI) adoption.—
TipRanks.com Staff,
CNBC,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Summer’s clip has been viewed more than 957,000 times and received over 194,000 likes.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Many of the major talent agencies across New York and Los Angeles, including the likes of CAA, WME and UTA, were hit with a letter Tuesday asking agents and their clients to boycott the Surrey Hotel in New York City, at least for now.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Preferences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preferences. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.
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