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preferential

[pref-uh-ren-shuhl] / ˌprɛf əˈrɛn ʃəl /
ADJECTIVE
favored
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The former vice president of Costa Rica is calling for a selection process free from any preferential treatment for women.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

“No company receives preferential treatment,” a Pentagon spokesperson said.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

Despite his prior sporting pedigree Martyn, a wicketkeeper, was not shown any preferential treatment when he attended England Over-60s trials at Loughborough University earlier this year.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Meta declined to comment on the financial terms of the agreement, which would provide preferential access to Overview Energy’s future capacity.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

It wasn’t long before Jim decided that he wanted to make Farmer’s preferential option for the poor his own life’s work.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French




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