would rather

Example Sentences

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Penrod said people will often claim to support people with mental-health issues “until you act mentally ill,” and he would rather act with compassion toward Ye.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

For me, the risk I would rather take is not hiring a resume but hiring a person that we feel like meets those qualities.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

As for new nuclear reactors, investors would rather Constellation tread carefully, Zimbardo notes.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

He only appeared on one winning side in eight attempts and often gave an impression he would rather be elsewhere.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

He asked if I wanted to help, but I would rather stare at a blank wall than do math during the summertime.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller