Some people believe the Status of Forces Agreements that govern American troops in countries overseas give preferential treatment to Japan.

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The WLGA welcomed the report and said councils had the ability to give preferential treatment to people who urgently need homes.

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Key investment concerns include increased promotional activities and differences in international laws, regulations and business practices that may give preferential treatment to certain competitors.

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"I don't give them preferential treatment but I do throw it out to them first, " Mr. Hanold said.

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Delighted dealers often give that adviser preferential treatment and access to better work.

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All it means is, give her special or preferential treatment.

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Mr. DiNapoli's office says firms that give money don't get preferential treatment.

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Klout measures the influence of social-media users (and some firms give people with a high Klout score preferential treatment).

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