1
as in liking
to show partiality toward
I generally prefer chocolate ice cream over vanilla
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2
as in selecting
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 preferring
Josh Wigler, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
William and Kate are expected to join them with their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, though will likely not stay at Sandringham House with other royal guests, preferring Anmer Hall, their country retreat.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Cleveland Fed president Beth Hammack — who dissented against the decision to cut rates, preferring instead to keep rates steady — on Friday flagged risks of higher inflation in the months ahead.
—Courtenay Brown, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
These media portrayals often ignore the slow-moving, more methodical work that defines most of the industry, preferring to highlight the moments of high drama that come with sudden wealth or catastrophic failure.
—Jay R. Young, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack was the only member to vote against the action, preferring to keep rates at their previous level.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 18 Dec. 2024
The new policy statement says that Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack voted against the move, instead preferring to keep rates steady.
—Darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2024
In recent years, Netflix has offered its own Yule Log show, titled Fireplace for Your Home, which remains available for those preferring a more traditional version.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Dec. 2024
For travelers preferring a peaceful moment before their flight, the sprawling lounge offers numerous zones to relax, work and dine.
—Chris Dong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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But within a week, those very same survivors decide to return, preferring their odds in a series of death matches to their odds of surviving at home.
—Josh Wigler, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
William and Kate are expected to join them with their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, though will likely not stay at Sandringham House with other royal guests, preferring Anmer Hall, their country retreat.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Cleveland Fed president Beth Hammack — who dissented against the decision to cut rates, preferring instead to keep rates steady — on Friday flagged risks of higher inflation in the months ahead.
—Courtenay Brown, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
These media portrayals often ignore the slow-moving, more methodical work that defines most of the industry, preferring to highlight the moments of high drama that come with sudden wealth or catastrophic failure.
—Jay R. Young, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack was the only member to vote against the action, preferring to keep rates at their previous level.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 18 Dec. 2024
The new policy statement says that Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack voted against the move, instead preferring to keep rates steady.
—Darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2024
In recent years, Netflix has offered its own Yule Log show, titled Fireplace for Your Home, which remains available for those preferring a more traditional version.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Dec. 2024
For travelers preferring a peaceful moment before their flight, the sprawling lounge offers numerous zones to relax, work and dine.
—Chris Dong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preferring
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Many women are choosing to start a business later in life because the timing is right for them.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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For some buyers, especially those looking to get behind the wheel of a costly full-size pickup truck or luxury car, choosing a low-interest rate instead of a modest cash rebate can be the better deal.Jim Gorzelany, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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As 2025 approaches, the actor-filmmaker is enjoying quality time with Violet Anne, 19 — on break from her first year at Yale University — as well as Seraphina Rose, 15, and Samuel, 12, his kids shared with ex-wife Jennifer Garner.Jack Smart, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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Still, this is a player enjoying quite a response after a disappointing season.Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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In August 2018, the Washington Post reported that about a third of crab-picking jobs were vacant across the Eastern Shore.Mennatalla Ibrahim, Baltimore Sun, 24 Dec. 2024
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The stylist from Anthropologie is picking.Jordan Greene, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Preferring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preferring. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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