preference
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Asked on the papal plane about his preference between La Liga's two biggest clubs, Leo plumped for Los Blancos over their eternal rivals Barcelona.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
The business model of the mainstream press is under siege for reasons of technology and consumer preference.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
Pollsters conducted the UnidosUS survey between April 27 and May 14 over the phone, text invites and online panels in English and Spanish, depending on the participant’s preference.
From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026
California’s “jungle primary” system identifies the top two vote-getters in each race — regardless of party preference — who then advance to November’s general election.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
Willoughby was rare—his preference to remain behind the scenes implied the absence of vast personal conceit, a trait essential for two-penny despots.
From "Go Set a Watchman: A Novel" by Harper Lee
Vocabulary lists containing preference
Trumps
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"A Poem for My Librarian, Mrs. Long," Vocabulary from the poem
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Geography and World Regions
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