favorite
noun
a person or thing regarded with special favor or preference.
favorites
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pluralof favorite.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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One of my favorites is about a long line of Russians during the early Soviet Union awaiting a large meat shipment from Europe on a brutally cold day.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026
His "Widow's Bay" co-stars Kate O'Flynn and Stephen Root are also favorites in the supporting acting categories.
From Barron's ● Sep. 12, 2026
Ranging from classics like Columbo and Star Trek to contemporary favorites like Nathan for You and Ramy, there’s something for everyone.
From Slate ● Sep. 11, 2026
This year’s lineup includes everyone from Hollywood veterans to reality TV favorites and an Olympic gold medalist.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026
The little deep-sea divers had been my favorites.
From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings
