preferably
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Portugal are fully aware that only a convincing win against Uzbekistan can offer them some peace - preferably with Ronaldo scoring, of course.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026
As for toppings, I like to add more bananas, preferably barely ripe or ripe, along with cut-up strawberries, slivered almonds and a drizzle of chocolate syrup.
From Salon ● Jun. 20, 2026
The 2015 Paris climate accords aimed to limit global warming to well below 2C above pre-industrial levels -- and preferably below 1.5C.
From Barron's ● May 28, 2026
At the end of the day, though, Hernández wants to be healthy, preferably in Los Angeles.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 14, 2026
“As I was saying .. . your project for this . .. class is to report on ... at least two, preferably three . . . wonders of Indiana.”
From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven
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