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preferential

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


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“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

"The United States will allow preferential duty access for whiskey produced in the United Kingdom," Greer said in a statement.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said in a Thursday statement, “along with preferential treatment for other American and British goods.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

“But Elena, you could have gotten preferential treatment,” said Mrs. Rimas.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys




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