in preference to
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Six weeks ago, hardly anyone would have chosen Carrick as United's next manager in preference to Crystal Palace's Oliver Glasner.
From BBC • Jan. 25, 2026
Its proponents are concerned that a bilingual person could be hired in preference to one speaking only French, putting Francophones at a disadvantage.
From New York Times • Oct. 9, 2021
If second and third ended level on points, a play-off would be used in preference to any more sensible decider.
From The Guardian • Nov. 16, 2020
How do we manage the disparity in preference to vacation types and activities?
From Slate • Nov. 4, 2020
Similarly, Japan continues to use its horrendously cumbersome kanji writing system in preference to efficient alphabets or Japan’s own efficient kana syllabary—because the prestige attached to kanji is so great.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
