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preferable

[pref-er-uh-buhl, pref-ruh-, pri-fur-] / ˈprɛf ər ə bəl, ˈprɛf rə-, prɪˈfɜr- /


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The Ebola outbreak could swell into the next great pandemic, or it could be contained and fizzle out, which is certainly the preferable option.

From Salon • May 20, 2026

Enhanced Games organisers insist an approach based on freedom, choice and openness - but conducted in a controlled way - is preferable.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

“Is he preferable to you as a competitor to me? Is he preferable to L.A.?”

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The new independent structure is preferable for limited partners, says Deviation partner Colin Beirne.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

It was generally agreed that a coffin-size studio on Avenue D was preferable to living in one of the boroughs.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris




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