preferably
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At the end of the day, though, Hernández wants to be healthy, preferably in Los Angeles.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
"Everyone should eat their ice cream -- maybe preferably earlier in the day. Small, consistent habits, like maintaining a structured meal routine, may help promote more regular eating patterns and support digestive function over time."
From Science Daily • May 1, 2026
In early March, Bern announced its intention to examine the acquisition of an additional long-range surface-to-air missile system, preferably manufactured in Europe, to complement the Patriot system.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
It is important to be seen as a key team member, preferably by pumping yourself up instead of dishing dirt on co-workers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026
If so, the Machines must move in that direction, preferably without telling us, since in our ignorant prejudices we only know that what we are used to, is good—and we would then fight change.
From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov
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