I'd prefer someone who vs I'd prefer someone who is

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I'd prefer someone who' is used when the preference is related to the characteristics or qualities of the person. On the other hand, 'I'd prefer someone who is' is used when the preference is related to the person's state or condition.

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I'd prefer someone who

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when expressing a preference related to the characteristics or qualities of a person.

This phrase is used to express a preference for a specific type of person based on their qualities or characteristics.

Examples:

I'd prefer someone who is honest and reliable.
I'd prefer someone who speaks multiple languages.
I'd prefer someone who has experience in marketing.

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Nov 29, 2012 ... In fact, I'd prefer someone who's "been there" and was unhealthy, but made an effort and visible progress to be more health conscious.
Nov 5, 2015 ... And in response to the note in my profile that says I'd prefer someone who's taller than 5'9″, he told me he was 6'3″. Already, I was feeling ...
Preposition during (a movie). Vocabulary. Expressing likes and dislikes. What kind of . . . do you like? I like people who/that . . . . I'd prefer someone who/that .

Alternatives:

I'd rather have someone who
I'd like someone who
I'd choose someone who
I'd opt for someone who
I'd select someone who

I'd prefer someone who is

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when expressing a preference related to the person's state or condition.

This phrase is used to express a preference for a person based on their current state or condition.

Examples:

I'd prefer someone who is available on weekends.
I'd prefer someone who is willing to travel.
I'd prefer someone who is open-minded.

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Oct 1, 2015 ... I'd prefer someone who is fast, but I'd rather have both that and authentic insight into the market.” JL: I'll fall in love with my investment. Then I'll ...
Sep 25, 2014 ... ... plan as well as help me with my taxes. I'd prefer someone who is creative about his/her work - not the straight and narrow thinker. Thanks! LH ...
Jan 25, 2016 ... No criteria will be perfect, but I'd prefer someone who is known for something in addition to making these statements. A pastor, leader of a ...
Jan 26, 2016 ... I'd prefer someone who is more demonstrably able to at least bring everyone to the table and hear everyone out. That doesn't mean that ...

Alternatives:

I'd rather have someone who is
I'd like someone who is
I'd choose someone who is
I'd opt for someone who is
I'd select someone who is

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I'd prefer someone who vs I'd prefer someone who is