preferred
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The minutes showed that “many” officials would have preferred removing the easing bias, a sign of broader support than the three formal dissents suggested.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
Tuesday’s minutes noted that “many participants” indicated that they would have preferred removing the word.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
It’s unclear whether preferred shareholders will receive cash or shares of Shein for the sale.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
The business owners said they would have preferred a compromise with the council, by keeping free parking on the prom but with time-limited spaces.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
Mom never liked playing in the water—she preferred to relax on the balcony while Dad took us kids on adventures—but I adored the rare afternoon when I skipped surfing to spend one-on-one time with Mom.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
Vocabulary lists containing preferred
Sula
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"Principles of Business," Vocabulary from Chapter 19
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"Speaking with Hands"
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