would rather

Example Sentences

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Davidson analyst Gil Luria agreed, arguing AI labs would rather have a seat at the table than an adversarial relationship with the government.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

It seems Musk would rather take advice from everyday investors on his social-media platform, X, now part of SpaceX.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

On the Treasury curve, I would rather lend Uncle Sam money for two years than 30.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

Bass has denied she would rather face Pratt than Raman.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

“Oh! you would rather talk of her person than her mind, would you? Very well; I shall not attempt to deny Emma’s being pretty.”

From "Emma" by Jane Austen