preferential
Example Sentences
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Cuba probably will be open to an expanded private sector role and offering U.S. firms preferential access, said Ricardo Torres, an economist at American University.
From Los Angeles Times
The fund makes some 150 billion euros available in the form of preferential loans to finance joint projects in defence, the purchase of weapons or ammunition, and the development of critical infrastructure.
From Barron's
Further, Mr. Descano appears willing to push for these preferential arrangements over the objections of judges.
Does the academy’s preferential voting system, in which members rank the best picture nominees, benefit either movie?
From Los Angeles Times
Data centres already receive preferential treatment in planning as they have been designated critical national infrastructure, meaning they can not be blocked by local objections.
From BBC
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