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prefer

[pri-fur] / prɪˈfɜr /


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She starred in some of the biggest Hollywood films of her era, including Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Some Like It Hot and How to Marry a Millionaire.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2024

The screen legend, star of such films as "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes," "Some Like It Hot" and "The Misfits," was found dead in a bedroom of the home in August 1962 at the age of 36.

From Reuters • Sep. 8, 2023

Prefer to get on the water by boat?

From Seattle Times • Jun. 8, 2023

Newland explained to him that she and her friends enjoy watching “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes,” in part because of its worldview and because it’s a glamorous fantasy.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 27, 2022

"Prefer to undergo the process of dry rot, here in New York?"

From Princess Zara by Knight, Bert




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