preference
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Fiber projects were also given heavy preference over satellite and fixed wireless services, even though the latter could be installed faster and at a fraction of the cost.
Menus are also evolving to reflect changing preferences and tighter budgets.
From Barron's
They are then placed in a shop based on preference, grades and available seats.
But when stressed or depressed, mice show no preference.
From Los Angeles Times
Changing consumer preferences are also playing a role in lower demand, but the industry has always coped with the vagaries of the market.
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