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
Even so, economists pointed to an apparent shift in household preferences, with consumers increasingly allocating spending towards services rather than goods.
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Anniek Bao, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
For suite guests, a dedicated VIP team ensures continuity of care—remembering martini preferences, anticipating turn-down service, and personalizing each return to the hotel as if by intuition.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Your preferences will apply only on this website.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 30 Jan. 2026
Not as a political or media figure — her own ideological preferences remain as enigmatic as her personality — but as a branding opportunity.
—Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 30 Jan. 2026
Secondary cities rise up A quick glance of the top destinations based on its searches go beyond the usual suspects, which add merit to the findings that peoples’ preferences are indeed changing.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Deliveries are shipped on a regular schedule depending on your preferences, and the food arrives ready to eat.
—Brian Higgins, Outside, 30 Jan. 2026
Mahan isn’t without his statewide appeal, said Sonoma State Political Science Professor David McCuan, and may play to the anti-establishment mood and overriding economic concerns that have shaped voter preferences in recent political cycles.
—Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Then, narrow the choices down further by looking into traits that suit your growing conditions and preferences, including the time between planting and harvest and, if needed, the variety’s suitability for containers or small-space gardens.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026
Anniek Bao, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
For suite guests, a dedicated VIP team ensures continuity of care—remembering martini preferences, anticipating turn-down service, and personalizing each return to the hotel as if by intuition.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Your preferences will apply only on this website.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 30 Jan. 2026
Not as a political or media figure — her own ideological preferences remain as enigmatic as her personality — but as a branding opportunity.
—Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 30 Jan. 2026
Secondary cities rise up A quick glance of the top destinations based on its searches go beyond the usual suspects, which add merit to the findings that peoples’ preferences are indeed changing.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Deliveries are shipped on a regular schedule depending on your preferences, and the food arrives ready to eat.
—Brian Higgins, Outside, 30 Jan. 2026
Mahan isn’t without his statewide appeal, said Sonoma State Political Science Professor David McCuan, and may play to the anti-establishment mood and overriding economic concerns that have shaped voter preferences in recent political cycles.
—Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Then, narrow the choices down further by looking into traits that suit your growing conditions and preferences, including the time between planting and harvest and, if needed, the variety’s suitability for containers or small-space gardens.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for preferences
Noun
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These ten ideas are a few new favorites to add to your breakfast rotation that don't include your go-to pancake and omelet recipes.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2026
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Shop through my Charlotte Tilbury favorites, then see which makeup is currently on my wish list.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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That’s it; those options represent the full suite of possibilities that are consistent with dark matter.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Jan. 2026
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Flexible hours or remote work options might be worth more than a modest salary increase.—
Kwame Christian Esq,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Amber*, a digital marketing manager for a restaurant group, generated several million dollars in revenue through online promotions her first two years on the job.—
Chris Lipp,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Jupiter in Cancer elevates your career from January through June, offering promotions, recognition and leadership.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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But even if only some of these restaurants explicitly state that these medications — and their customers’ changing appetites — are the driving force behind the new menu items, experts say the connection is clear.—
Rebecca Cohen,
NBC news,
19 Jan. 2026
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Global volatility, tighter capital rules, and the sheer scale of Africa’s development needs have been stretching traditional risk appetites.—
Yinka Adegoke,
semafor.com,
19 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Nonhormonal choices such as copper IUDs and diaphragms can be invasive and bring undesirable side effects of their own.—
Ana Castelain,
Bloomberg,
28 Jan. 2026
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Color design is increasingly moving from trend-chasing choices to intentional restraint.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The goal is to enhance our lives by sharing safety measures, shielding each other from outside dangers; advancements in intelligence; and natural resources.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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Peter is also interested in how the hardware development intersects with advancements in computational architecture.—
Sarwant Singh,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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He was followed by Bad Bunny, who claimed three awards (including album of the year, for Debí Tirar Más Fotos), and the likes of Lady Gaga and Kehlani, who won two each.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
2 Feb. 2026
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Who else can woo the likes of Joni Mitchell and Sombr, Martha Stewart and Jack Antonoff, Nancy Pelosi and Rachel Sennott in one room, all among the guest list for its 2026 edition?—
Rob LeDonne,
Rolling Stone,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Preferences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preferences. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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