preferring

[US]/[ˈprɛfərɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈprɛfərɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v. (present participle of prefer)Having a preference for; favoring.; Expressing a preference.
adj.Having a preference or showing a preference.

Phrases & Collocations

preferring silence

preferring tea

preferring action

preferring comfort

preferring the view

preferring a walk

preferring to stay

preferring casual clothes

preferring the outdoors

preferring a challenge

Example Sentences

she is preferring a quiet evening at home to a noisy party.

he's preferring to handle this matter himself without any assistance.

the company is preferring a more cautious approach to expansion.

i'm preferring the original design over the revised version.

they are preferring to pay in cash rather than use a credit card.

the team is preferring a defensive strategy in the final minutes.

she's preferring a simple dress to something more elaborate.

he's preferring to work remotely from his home office.

we are preferring a direct flight to avoid layovers.

the artist is preferring muted colors for this particular painting.

they are preferring a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

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