Used in casual conversation, not in formal writing or speeches. In casual talk with friends, I might say, 'Given my druthers, I'd skip school tomorrow.'
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American Slang
'Druthers' is a slang term commonly understood in the United States. She's not from the U.S. and wasn't familiar with the term 'druthers'.
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Hypothetical Wishes
Often used when discussing preferences that are not currently possible. If I had my druthers, I'd be living on a beach instead of here.