Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with preference in American Collocation
preference
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
personal
In the end it all comes down to personal preference.
definite
There was no single view but a strong preference for (b).
relating to a particular subject or activity
In December 2003, the government introduced legislation making discrimination in the workplace over sexual preference illegal.
showing position in a series
The voter may express a third preference, so that if the Liberal Democrat candidate is eliminated, then the voter can still influence whether a Labour or a Conservative candidate is elected.
general
There was a general preference for the small group sessions rather than the set-piece lectures.
shown by a particular group
It is unrealistic – and unfair to parents – to give the impression that parental preference can always be met.
different
At the end of the day, different people have different preferences.
have a preference
If you have a preference, please let me know which day you prefer.
show a preference
In the first six weeks, babies show no preference for a particular person.
state a preference
This section of the form allows you to express a preference for the school you want your child to go to.
give preference to someone or something
The College gives preference to applicants with Mathematics at A level.
suit someone’s preference
There is a range of lodging in the village to suit all preferences and budgets.
know someone’s preference
Please let us know your preference when making your reservation.
on a computer
Under the Options menu you can set various preferences for display.
choose
The restaurant can send a menu so we can choose our preferences beforehand.