Choosing
Prefer
Prefer verb - To show partiality toward.
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- In Fools Rush In, the father actually implies he would prefer an abortion (that is as long as the mother is choosing it, so he doesn't have to take any moral responsibility for the decision).
Source: Good Girls Avoid Abortion -
Operators could add extra visual appeal by choosing a 3D lenticular backbox print instead of the standard one.Fans are divided over whether they prefer this pinball or Data East's table.
Source: Pinball / Star Wars Trilogy -
The Decepticons, meanwhile, prefer either sheer power or perfect infiltration in their alt-modes, choosing F-15s and micro-cassette recorders to go about their business.
Source: Metallicar Syndrome
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