Prefer Crossword Clue

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(4 letters)

FAVOUR

(6 letters)

Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. an act of gracious kindness
2. a feeling of favorable regard
(verb)
1. treat gently or carefully
2. bestow a privilege upon

Hint 2: Clue Definition

PREFER (verb)
1. select as an alternative over another
2. promote over another

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

LIKE
(4 letters)
FAVOUR
(6 letters)

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