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
Investment firms of the ultra wealthy are known for their patience, preferring to invest for decades or even generations.
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Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 24 July 2025
Cuban is an email lover, preferring the line of communication over Slack, texting, and calling.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 23 July 2025
The Luna's bathroom has a vanity sink, a shower, and a flushing toilet, which can be upgraded to a off-grid composting toilet if preferred.
—Adam Williams
july 23, New Atlas, 23 July 2025
Those with dry skin might prefer this glowy formula, as it's spiked with moisturizing ingredients such as shea butter and porcelain flower.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 12 July 2025
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Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 24 July 2025
Cuban is an email lover, preferring the line of communication over Slack, texting, and calling.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 23 July 2025
The Luna's bathroom has a vanity sink, a shower, and a flushing toilet, which can be upgraded to a off-grid composting toilet if preferred.
—Adam Williams
july 23, New Atlas, 23 July 2025
Those with dry skin might prefer this glowy formula, as it's spiked with moisturizing ingredients such as shea butter and porcelain flower.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prefer
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Costa's 2023 Hellcat Challenger Jailbreak modded by Hennessy with 1,100 horsepower may seem like overkill to some people, but Costa is a proud Mopar owner who likes the challenge his car gives him.—
Liam Rappleye,
Freep.com,
24 July 2025
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While math inspired Medeiros, Jean Creighton likes to think about the ways that the motion of planets shapes our lives.—
Andrew Montequin,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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Southwest passengers now have to choose between four different price tiers of tickets when booking a flight: Basic, Choice, Choice Preferred, Choice Extra.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
23 July 2025
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Parents absolutely have the right to choose religious education for their children.—
Adina Mermelstein Konikoff,
New York Daily News,
22 July 2025
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The 34-year-old, enjoying the moment, agreed, swung a few pro shots and acted along.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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Visitors can explore the Old State Capitol, tour distilleries like Castle & Key and Buffalo Trace, and enjoy local bars and restaurants.—
Hannah Pinski,
The Courier-Journal,
26 July 2025
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But Hartzell, who preceded Davis, was selected without a search committee as a sole finalist during the COVID-19 pandemic after several months leading as interim, just like Davis.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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If your submission is selected for inclusion in the NPR Weekly Quiz, you will be acknowledged in a list of contributors on NPR's website or otherwise receive appropriate credit, but failure to do so shall not be deemed a breach of your rights.—
Holly J. Morris,
NPR,
25 July 2025
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As an aside, some people favor the LCSH and some do not.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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Lawrence has long favored the label’s luxe-feeling, relaxed pants in a litany of colors.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
18 July 2025
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This was as strong a team as Moyes could feasibly pick from those available, yet the 1-0 defeat again highlighted a lack of quality and depth.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
21 July 2025
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White pillar candles are a stylist's best friend, and Joyner will pick hers up while strolling through Sam's Club.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
20 July 2025
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Grocer Albertsons wants to know the details behind former Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen’s sudden resignation in March amid an internal ethics investigation, according to a news report.—
Alexander Coolidge,
The Enquirer,
30 July 2025
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But Turner wants to encourage states that are welcoming these projects to think ahead.—
Matthew Glowicki,
The Courier-Journal,
30 July 2025
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“Prefer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prefer. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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