preferential
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Forums like Mumsnet and Reddit, external are full of posts complaining about siblings being shown preferential treatment regarding money.
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2026
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
Greer said those measures would have given Canada "the most preferential treatment of any trading partner," according to the Times.
From Barron's ● Aug. 23, 2026
Individuals seen as attractive are likely to have received more positive attention and preferential treatment since childhood, helping them better learn non-verbal communication skills from an early age, Tu says.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
“But Elena, you could have gotten preferential treatment,” said Mrs. Rimas.
From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys
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