What does "Prefer" mean?

like better

Synonym: favored Opposite: disliked

"Prefer" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

So, Emily, do you prefer American men or French men?

— Emily in Paris S2E3

who... my parents actually preferred.

— Friends S1E2

I prefer you in leather anyway.

— Frozen 2

they prefer a room that is nice and dark

— Peppa Pig S7E46

You know I think I've preferred your humming.

— Shrek

But you cannot seriously say you prefer the Met...

— Gossip Girl S4E20

I'd prefer to start in front, and then flip her.

— Grey's Anatomy S1E6

I think I actually preferred if you are mad at me.

— How I Met Your Mother S3E18

"Prefer" in TV shows & movies

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