1
as in favorites
a person or thing that is preferred over others
my preference is soul music
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2
as in likings
positive regard for something
a preference for cool weather
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3
as in options
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
he was promised his preference when the time came to repaint his bedroom
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4
as in promotions
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
a long-sought preference to the position of naval commander
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Recent Examples of preferences
Today’s outdoor culinary enthusiast has many finer options than my dad’s generation—methods and equipment to suit their theatricality, flavor preferences, competitive spirit, and moods of all manners.
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Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Bartenders craft drinks based on users’ preferences, rather than a menu.
—Kate Williams, AJC.com, 29 May 2026
Dentistry is rife with judgment calls based on preferences, while oncology isn’t.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 29 May 2026
Bank of America’s new BofA Rewards program is a signal that bank loyalty is moving into a broader era—one where rewards are tied not just to spending, but to the totality of a customer’s financial relationship, lifestyle preferences and life stage.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The space is designed around survey insights on women’s preferences in fitness environments, such as improved lighting, greater privacy and a stronger sense of community.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
Changing people’s preferences may be easier.
—Allison Schrager, Twin Cities, 28 May 2026
Each category is worth a certain percentage, determined by Americans’ preferences, to have a comprehensive score for each city.
—Zuri Primos
may 28, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2026
Most of us choose the colors that surround us—paint swatches, throw pillows, new clothes—based on our moods, preferences, and trends.
—Petra Guglielmetti, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2026
Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Bartenders craft drinks based on users’ preferences, rather than a menu.
—Kate Williams, AJC.com, 29 May 2026
Dentistry is rife with judgment calls based on preferences, while oncology isn’t.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 29 May 2026
Bank of America’s new BofA Rewards program is a signal that bank loyalty is moving into a broader era—one where rewards are tied not just to spending, but to the totality of a customer’s financial relationship, lifestyle preferences and life stage.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The space is designed around survey insights on women’s preferences in fitness environments, such as improved lighting, greater privacy and a stronger sense of community.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
Changing people’s preferences may be easier.
—Allison Schrager, Twin Cities, 28 May 2026
Each category is worth a certain percentage, determined by Americans’ preferences, to have a comprehensive score for each city.
—Zuri Primos
may 28, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2026
Most of us choose the colors that surround us—paint swatches, throw pillows, new clothes—based on our moods, preferences, and trends.
—Petra Guglielmetti, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preferences
Noun
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Breakfast is heavy on the fruit and coconut water, with avocado toast making an occasional appearance, while lunch and dinner are anyone’s guess—favorites include a cauliflower-crust pizza with cashew cheese as well as a nice zucchini ravioli.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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Big names, fan favorites and high earners such as Mesut Özil and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang were moved on as Arteta began to forge his own team and identity.—
Thomas Schlachter,
CNN Money,
23 May 2026
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The other thing to consider with the current goalie depth chart is Buffalo’s two young options.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Center fielder Alek Thomas and utility man Tyler Fitzgerald are also potential options that wouldn’t require a 40-man roster move.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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These algorithms factor in variables such as a base rate, distance, tolls, surcharges, surge multipliers, booking fees, route adjustments, promotions, time of day, and even the behavior of individual workers and consumers.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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Ngannou has since had more success on the combat sports landscape, including a highlight-reel knockout in his MVP MMA 1 debut, which keeps his name in the heavyweight conversation across promotions.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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Companies should be prepared to develop transparent communication strategies and tailor communications to relevant ads and consumers, based on a good understanding of their consumers and their appetites.—
Melissa A. Wheeler,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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What are people’s appetites now?—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
27 May 2026
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Most of the night went on without a hitch, with several show-stopping moments bringing the audience to their feet, but like every live event, there were a few flubs and a couple eyebrow-raising choices.—
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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This woman’s choices, and those of other Indigenous people, were interconnected.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
Noun
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That new thing As his predecessor did 135 years ago, Leo warns that individual humans and humanity itself must not be left behind by technological advancements or by new forms of power.—
Nate Anderson,
ArsTechnica,
25 May 2026
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
23 May 2026
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Schafer said his organization conducted a study examining Iranian accounts on the social media platform X in the 50 days after the war began and found there was a thirtyfold increase in the number of views and likes.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
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The most popular deals have been uncovered at major retailers like Amazon, Lowe's, REI, and Wayfair, along with a few under-the-radar sales from the likes of Dooney & Bourke, Funboy and Mellow.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
24 May 2026
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“Preferences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preferences. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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