Availability or Preference: English Vocabulary List

having received something, such as a document or communication

"We are in receipt of your payment."

"We are in receipt of your letter and will respond within ten business days."

used to show that someone has control or ownership of a particular object or item

"He is in possession of stolen goods."

"The suspect was found in possession of stolen goods and was arrested by the police."

in close proximity, available, or ready for use

"The documents are to hand."

"The documents are to hand and I will review them carefully before the meeting."

in one's favor compared to other options

"He chose tea in preference to coffee."

"She chose the blue dress in preference to the red one because it suited her better."

in accordance with one's desire or liking

"Out of preference for blue."

"She chose the red dress out of preference for bright colors rather than dark ones."

used to show support for or agreement with someone or something

"I am in favor of the new rule."

"Everyone voted in favor of the new policy because it would benefit all employees."

used to show that something is available for someone to use whenever necessary

"You have a whole library at your disposal."

"You have all the resources at your disposal so please use them to complete the project successfully."

used when a person is not concerned about something or someone

"You can leave for all I care."

"You can do whatever you want for all I care because I am leaving this company tomorrow."

in close proximity, available, or ready for use

"It is close at hand."

"With the deadline rapidly approaching, all necessary resources should be kept close at hand for immediate deployment."