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Recent Examples of Synonyms for desirably
preferably
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Packed to the brim with all the essential vitamins and minerals a person could need, just two capsules a day (preferably taken with breakfast) provides a solid nutritional foundation without the hassle of juggling multiple supplements.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
26 July 2025 -
So, that means the Horned Frogs must rely on one of their running backs to emerge as the lead option, preferably during preseason camp.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 July 2025
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“Desirably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desirably. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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