prefer

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Management emphasized that demand for eggs remains steady as consumers continue to prefer eggs as an affordable source of protein.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Using a tax-advantaged 529 college savings account would maximize growth, although some families prefer the flexibility of a taxable brokerage account.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

This year’s LMU poll also asked L.A. voters what kind of candidate they would prefer for mayor.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

There are over nine million of these properties, which remain unpopular among locals who prefer new homes in centrally located areas.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

Chord symbols also may be used even when an accompaniment is written out, so that performers can read either the chord symbol or the notated music, as they prefer.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones