preferential treatment
Example Sentences
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Despite his prior sporting pedigree Martyn, a wicketkeeper, was not shown any preferential treatment when he attended England Over-60s trials at Loughborough University earlier this year.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
Hosseini said Arab exporters in the Persian Gulf would get preferential treatment to cross if they pay in China’s currency.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
A BOP spokesperson said in an emailed statement that the bureau does not discuss conditions of confinement or security procedures and that employee standards of conduct prohibit staff from giving any prisoners preferential treatment.
From Salon • Feb. 19, 2026
In a society designed for couples — who get preferential treatment on things like cruise vacations and income taxes — you have found your niche.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 12, 2026
Often they would lay aside the tastiest morsels for the warders in exchange for favors or preferential treatment.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
