prefer

To choose or be in the habit of choosing as more desirable or as having more value.

To give priority or precedence to (a creditor).

To present (a charge) against a defendant before a court.

To present (a case) to a court as ready for consideration.

To recommend for advancement or appointment; promote.

To bring or set before; present; proffer; offer.

To offer for consideration or decision; set forth; present in a conventional or formal manner, as a suit, prayer, or accusation.

To bring into notice or favor; recommend.

To bring forward or advance in dignity or office; raise; exalt.