prefer
Example Sentences
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Stamp said part of the reason for the species' decline is they prefer very tall elm trees, which flower.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
If you prefer something younger and more relaxed, L’Osteria has a very lively atmosphere.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
While Intel would prefer PC demand to be just as strong, the company may be able to take advantage of weakness in that category.
From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026
Leaders prefer to handle discipline quietly, at the pace of their choosing.
From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026
Personally, I prefer a dish of good English peas.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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The Secret Life of Bees
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"Julius Caesar" by William Shakespeare, Act III
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