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preferential

[pref-uh-ren-shuhl] / ˌprɛf əˈrɛn ʃəl /
ADJECTIVE
favored
Synonyms


Example Sentences

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One of the ideas under consideration is to give preferential treatment to those who have invested in other Musk companies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Iran generally views these countries “as neutral or friendly, giving them the best chance of preferential access,” the J.P.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

Cuba probably will be open to an expanded private sector role and offering U.S. firms preferential access, said Ricardo Torres, an economist at American University.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

The fund makes some 150 billion euros available in the form of preferential loans to finance joint projects in defence, the purchase of weapons or ammunition, and the development of critical infrastructure.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

He thought he saw a flicker of annoyance pass over McLaggen’s face and wondered whether McLaggen expected preferential treatment because they were both “old Sluggy’s” favorites.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling