Contrary, Instead Of, One Over the Other

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Sports, Group 157, Puzzle 5 (Sportsmanship).

Question is: Contrary, Instead Of, One Over the Other

and the answer is: RATHER

Word Meaning:

RATHER — Used to specify a choice or preference; preferably, in preference to. (Now usually followed by than)

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