druthers

Definition

Wishes, preferences.

Etymology

From the expression I'd rather (“I would prefer to”), often pronounced "I druther" in some dialects.

Example Sentences

• ""If I had my druthers, I would not be a king. I'd druther be just what I am than any other thing.""
• ""If you had your druthers—" Old Lew was always saying, "If I had my druthers, gimme one of them there Shevrolics.""
• ""If I had my druthers," he informs us, "I'druther be myself — not because I'm anythin' special, just because it's convenient.""