- plural of preference.
preferences
Example Sentences
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"The arrival of another effective oral option is a positive development and should help more people access treatment that best suits their needs and preferences," he added.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
Rather than trying to control which molecule receives an electron through conventional chemical preferences, the researchers developed a catalyst that releases the electron directly into the surrounding solution.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 9, 2026
Even the final list of 16 host cities, whittled down from 23, came down to his personal preferences.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, who supports Stevens, doesn’t dictate each race, and some of his preferences are made more overt than others.
From Slate ● Jul. 30, 2026
Because language is evolving rapidly, and because different people have different preferences, always adopt the language individuals use about themselves, even if it differs from what’s here.
From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater
