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“I should prefer not to talk about this,” Brookner explained.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026

Some folks prefer that type of retirement income because it takes the guesswork out of portfolio withdrawals, and feels like the steady income they’re used to receiving.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 6, 2026

Mountain lions prefer cover but Riley doesn’t think they’ll be deterred.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 6, 2026

The result suggests that the temperature of tea may be an important consideration alongside how much people drink and which variety they prefer.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026

She loves romance and I prefer action movies.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh

An experienced traveller, Mihaela says she prefers to visit new countries without having preconceived ideas.

From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026

Despite attack ads saying otherwise, Roy hasn’t vowed to block prosecution of certain misdemeanor crimes — even though she prefers diversion programs as a way to aid homeless defendants.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026

Even though she qualifies to vote by mail, she prefers to go to the polls in person.

From Salon ● Oct. 31, 2026

That remained true despite the fact that she is a city person, prefers not to own a car, misses walking to work.

From Slate ● Oct. 28, 2026

They start in the Ice Garden, though the twins grow impatient with the leisurely pace that Celia prefers to take around the frozen trees.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

Adjusted earnings before interest and taxes—Leonardo’s preferred measure of profitability—increased to 521 million euros from 364 million euros, above consensus of 482 million euros.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 5, 2026

A truffle hunter who works for Boido and preferred to remain anonymous said the production of white truffle was also "off kilter" this year.

From Barron's ● Nov. 4, 2026

Bradley Barcola: Started down his preferred left flank and caused Arsenal plenty of problems, though he is still waiting for a first Premier League goal.

From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026

A recent Kiplinger-Morning Consult survey found nearly twice as many adult children preferred that their parents help them financially now rather than giving them a larger inheritance later.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 31, 2026

She felt like a friend now, and Duane was always compelled to hug his friends with all his heart, but what if she was the sort who preferred three blinks, like C.C.?

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el

He is not one for trash talk or the theatrics that often help fighters build their profiles, preferring to let his performances do the talking.

From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026

The challenge now is helping people overcome barriers to outdoor activity, such as safety concerns, fear of falling, or simply preferring the comfort of the sofa – particularly during wetter, colder months.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 19, 2026

Whether or not Misty Green leads to even bigger things, Eleazar isn’t itching to move to Hollywood anytime soon, preferring to remain near her family in London.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026

He previously suffered a leg injury that left him with a limp and has apparently adapted his lifestyle, preferring to spend his time lazing on a rock, rather than fighting with fellow bears.

From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026

The boy had not moved, clearly preferring to stay with Jonathan.

From "The Fighting Ground" by Avi