preference

Example Sentences

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Paxton said Monday he does not have a preference between Crockett and Talarico.

From Salon

Abel said that he shares Buffett’s preference for owning businesses over U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Each family has different values and priorities. Some people, particularly those planning ahead for their own funeral, are looking for options that feel more aligned to their own preferences."

From BBC

The council currently gives preference to those who have lived in the North East for at least a year, as well as for other local familial or employment-related reasons.

From BBC

“My real preference would be a fully staffed LAPD, and then we don’t have any cameras,” said Jim Fitzgerald, who lives in Venice and serves on its neighborhood council.

From Los Angeles Times