prefer

Example Sentences

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Universities—and parents—often prefer to call them leaves rather than acknowledge that the students are dropping out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

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

“Other rattlesnakes prefer to rely on their excellent camouflage and may not rattle or move until the person is very close,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • 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

“Creative people like to make things up. I prefer real things. I prefer facts.”

From "Wolfie & Fly" by Cary Fagan