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 ## Contribute
 
-TypeBox is open to community contribution. Please ensure you submit an open issue before submitting your pull request. The TypeBox project preferences open community discussion prior to accepting new features.
+TypeBox is open to community contribution. Please ensure you submit an open issue before submitting your pull request. The TypeBox project prefers open community discussion before accepting new features.