prefer
verb (used with object)
to set or hold before or above other persons or things in estimation; like better; choose rather than.
will prefer
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future tenseof prefer.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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“Much better and newer products will be available for consumers that will prefer higher efficacy/lower side effects.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Innes believes companies will prefer to put their faith in low-cost projects rather than rushing "blindly" into massive expansion.
From Barron's ● May 10, 2026
I think you will prefer C-beauty products to whatever slop Western brands churn out.
From Slate ● Jan. 16, 2025
Some will argue that self-expression is the goal, others moral suasion; some will prefer soft power to storming the barricades and some the reverse.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 23, 2024
“Thank you, but I think Blaine will prefer a governor-free event,” Ifemelu said, and they all laughed.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
