1
as in likes
to show partiality toward
I generally prefer chocolate ice cream over vanilla
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2
as in chooses
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 prefers
Usually, my daughter prefers books with a sense of humor.
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Rivka Galchen, New Yorker, 6 Sep. 2025
Neutrogena Clean Face Oil-free Broad-Spectrum SPF 50 Recor prefers this oil-free SPF for his face while flying.
—Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 5 Sep. 2025
The cool-season annual needs full sun and well-draining soil to grow, and prefers mild temperatures.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Candy was not without his demons, but Hanks prefers to treat him as a big kid trapped in an adult’s body.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Whether on vacation with the family, attending award and sporting events or dressing up for Halloween, the busy star prefers spending as much time as possible with her kids.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
If left on automatic, the GFX100RF prefers a 1/125-second exposure time, which is brisk enough to eliminate signs of handshake.
—PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
Iran prefers weak allies over strong ones, and corrupt and corruptible governments over ones that respond to their citizens’ needs.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 2 Sep. 2025
Beyond the app, Thompson still prefers to ask friends and colleagues for help navigating big career questions, even though doing so can be hard as a junior worker.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025
Rivka Galchen, New Yorker, 6 Sep. 2025
Neutrogena Clean Face Oil-free Broad-Spectrum SPF 50 Recor prefers this oil-free SPF for his face while flying.
—Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 5 Sep. 2025
The cool-season annual needs full sun and well-draining soil to grow, and prefers mild temperatures.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Candy was not without his demons, but Hanks prefers to treat him as a big kid trapped in an adult’s body.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Whether on vacation with the family, attending award and sporting events or dressing up for Halloween, the busy star prefers spending as much time as possible with her kids.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
If left on automatic, the GFX100RF prefers a 1/125-second exposure time, which is brisk enough to eliminate signs of handshake.
—PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
Iran prefers weak allies over strong ones, and corrupt and corruptible governments over ones that respond to their citizens’ needs.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 2 Sep. 2025
Beyond the app, Thompson still prefers to ask friends and colleagues for help navigating big career questions, even though doing so can be hard as a junior worker.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prefers
Verb
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Andrew Santino likes to push the envelope.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
10 Sep. 2025
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Morgan Jasper likes to switch it up, so Tinika helps get me into my multiple wigs throughout the show.—
Akili King,
Essence,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This guides both the fashion influences the company chooses to follow, as well as the creation of functional, emotionally durable garments.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Paper’s connection to The Office comes first from behind the cameras, as the documentary crew that chronicled Michael Scott, Pam Beesly et al chooses the Truth-Teller as its next subject.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Some actors might choose to step away from such a thing, or even be frustrated by it or it being brought up in interviews, but Fischer clearly enjoys every last moment of her good fortune from a former era, even now.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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While the employees of Dunder Mifflin largely were just punching a clock, the Truth Teller staff enjoys their work.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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If the winner selects the annuity option, the claimant will receive one immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments that increase by 5% each year.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Sifford will hold the position for two years unless the commission selects a replacement before then.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The hour favors features and longer interviews over breaking news, which appealed to Santaniello.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
10 Sep. 2025
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This week, the Cleveland Browns take on the Baltimore Ravens, and this actually favors Tillman.—
Steve Bradshaw,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Keep scrolling for fall decor picks from the Magnolia collection at Target, starting at $5.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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Snag top picks from the sale below before items sell out.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Reese wants great players in Chicago?—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Today’s consumer wants products that reflect their identity and values, and papers are part of that equation.—
Sara Payan,
Rolling Stone,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Prefers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prefers. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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