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to prefer
01
предпочитать
to want or choose one person or thing instead of another because of liking them more
Transitive: to prefer sth | to prefer to do sth | to prefer doing sth
Example
Many people prefer to eat homemade meals over fast food.
Some students prefer studying in a quiet library as opposed to a noisy cafe.
She prefers the blue dress for the party because it 's her favorite color.
02
предпочитать, выбирать
select as an alternative over another
Example
She prefers chocolate ice cream over vanilla because of its rich flavor.
Some individuals prefer tea over coffee in the evenings as it helps them relax before bedtime.
He prefers to work from home over commuting to the office for the convenience it offers.
03
предпочитать, способствовать
to give someone a higher rank or position
Transitive: to prefer sb
Example
The company prefers employees who show initiative.
She was preferred after the retirement of her boss.
She was preferred because of her experience.
04
предпочитать, приоритизировать
to choose to pay or prioritize one creditor over others
Transitive: to prefer a creditor
Example
The company prefers its long-term creditors before others.
She prefers her mortgage lender over other debts.
The business prefers its largest creditors to avoid legal issues.
Пример
Many people prefer to eat homemade meals over fast food.
Some students prefer studying in a quiet library as opposed to a noisy cafe.
She prefers the blue dress for the party because it's her favorite color.
He prefers spending his weekends reading a good book rather than going to crowded events.
They prefer to walk to work instead of taking public transportation because they enjoy the exercise.
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