preferential treatment
Example Sentences
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This battle over cheese does not pass the smell test for Busch, who argues the U.S. also gives preferential treatment to countries it establishes trade deals with—including Canada.
From Slate ● Aug. 27, 2026
Several physicians expressed discomfort with fundraising practices that appeared to exploit the physician-patient relationship or give preferential treatment to wealthy donors, Smith found.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 2, 2026
David Sanchez, a composer and orchestra director, is accused of receiving preferential treatment in obtaining a public-sector job.
From Barron's ● Jun. 20, 2026
“The Department of Transportation doesn’t give preferential treatment to any person, organization, or entity at any time,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 14, 2026
The preferential treatment Boobie received sometimes caused resentment among the other players.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
