That last is so clearly preferred, and that's right in our lap.

Still, the Democrats would clearly prefer not to have to worry about attacks from within the party.

She laughed, clearly preferring to talk about policy and the future.

But he clearly prefers to write off the rest rather than risk more on a doomed operation.

But he clearly prefers to maintain friendly relations with China.

He clearly prefers investing to his days as an adviser.

Had he allowed her the remoteness she so clearly preferred?

But his audience clearly prefers him as the caricature he was.

The Egyptians would clearly prefer him as their next king because he is legitimate.

The 'villain' is the father who clearly prefers his youngest daughter.