I was also partial to

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "I was also partial to" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when expressing a preference or liking for something in addition to what has already been mentioned. Example: "While I enjoyed the main course, I was also partial to the dessert, which was simply delightful."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

3 human-written examples

I chose the '85, though I was also partial to the '83 Leflaive.

The New York Times

I was also partial to the uthapams, which are thicker versions of dosas.

The New York Times

It was around this time I was also partial to wearing a tweed blazer over a New Order T-shirt.

Vice

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

56 human-written examples

I'm also partial to a bit of Nancy Friday.

The Guardian - Books

I'm also partial to its simpler American cousin, the upside-down cake, which features a spongecake base.

The New York Times

Though I'm also partial to US brand Ten Undies, I love the way Baserange shoot their underwear and clothes on women.

The Guardian - Books

I'm all for peace, love and understanding, but I'm also partial to regular showers, stiletto heels and gender-specific haircuts.

The New York Times

I am also partial to those rustic soups of the masses, the thick vegetable version of my childhood, which is always served with a hefty slab of corn bread, and variations on garbure, a French peasant soup.

The New York Times - Magazine

I'm also partial to the rare books and special collections division of Duke University's library system, because they were willing to take many tons of rich and rare bound newspapers that my wife and I happened to be in a position to watch over for a while.

The New York Times - Books

I'm also partial to The Real Deal: My Life in Business and Philanthropy … I know the author pretty well! 13.

Forbes

(Why are authoritarian regimes usually so well-dressed?) I'm also partial to good, old fashioned invasion literature, and Killzone is nothing if not "they're different than we are, get 'em!" Disliked.

TechCrunch

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "I was also partial to" to express a mild preference or fondness, especially when comparing options. It's suitable for expressing subjective tastes in food, art, or personal choices.

Common error

Avoid using "I was also partial to" in highly formal or professional writing where a more direct or specific expression of preference might be more appropriate. Consider stronger verbs or more descriptive language to convey your meaning with greater precision.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "I was also partial to" functions as a statement of personal preference or inclination. It indicates that the speaker or writer had a liking or fondness for something, in addition to something else already mentioned. Ludwig AI confirms its correct usage.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

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Less common in

Formal & Business

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Science

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Academia

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "I was also partial to" is a grammatically sound phrase used to express a past preference or liking for something. Ludwig AI validates its correct usage in English. The phrase is most frequently found in News & Media contexts and is considered to have a neutral register. While alternatives exist, "I was also partial to" offers a specific nuance of mild preference that may be desirable in many contexts.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

I was also fond of

Similar to "partial to" but perhaps implies a warmer feeling.

I was also keen on

Uses "keen on" which suggests enthusiasm or interest.

I also favored

Uses "favored" instead of "partial to", indicating a stronger preference.

I was also drawn to

Implies attraction or interest.

I also had a preference for

More formal and explicit about having a preference.

I also gravitated toward

Suggests a natural movement or attraction to something.

I also inclined towards

Suggests a leaning or tendency rather than a strong liking.

I also enjoyed

Simpler expression of liking, less nuanced than "partial to".

I also appreciated

Emphasizes the value or merit found in something.

I also took a liking to

Indicates the beginning of a fondness.

FAQs

What does "I was also partial to" mean?

It means that, in addition to something else you liked or enjoyed, you also had a fondness or preference for something else. It expresses a mild liking or inclination.

How can I use "I was also partial to" in a sentence?

You can use it to express a preference when comparing options, such as "While I liked the red wine, "I was also partial to" the white." It's suitable for expressing subjective tastes.

What can I say instead of "I was also partial to"?

You can use alternatives like "I also favored", "I also enjoyed", or "I was also keen on" depending on the context.

Is "I am partial to" the same as "I was partial to"?

Not exactly. "I am partial to" expresses a current preference, while "I was partial to" expresses a past preference. The tense indicates whether you still hold that preference.