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

One of the ideas under consideration is to give preferential treatment to those who have invested in other Musk companies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 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

“I don’t want them to think I’ll have preferential treatment or opportunity.”

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys