would rather
Example Sentences
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For the Dodgers, the worst tickets seldom fall to market rate, because the team would rather live with a few empty seats rather than condition fans to hold out for a lower price.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
But surveying the coverage, I can’t help but notice that their hearts just aren’t in it these days, and that your grandpa’s favorite talking heads would rather discuss, um, another hot topic.
From Salon ● Sep. 13, 2026
But he would rather do that than pay a mortgage he is uncomfortable with, especially since there is little sign there will be an opportunity to refinance soon.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
Opponents say Iceland's sovereignty and control over "priceless" fishing waters are at stake, and would rather continue going it alone.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
Here she was, unloved and neglected, dusty from disuse and filled with memories everyone would rather avoid.
From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland
