preferably
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If something went awry, as things generally did, Jobs would find a scapegoat to eviscerate, preferably in front of everyone else.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 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
“For the market to buy back into the hyperscalers will require a clearer path to monetization, preferably into the context of healthy margins,” they said.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026
We would love to host this on a budget and preferably either in the San Fernando Valley or on the Westside.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026
It was only fair that they should know why—and preferably while they could still turn back if they chose.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
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