-favoured

British

adjective

(in combination) having an appearance (as specified)

ill-favoured

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He said he always favoured transparency and thought delivery apps having a page for independent businesses was a good idea, but questioned the practicality.

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Although they favoured possession, when the opportunity to pass the ball more directly opened up, players were encouraged to play at speed.

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Historically, Real Madrid under Perez have favoured managers with either proven elite pedigree or deep ties to the club.

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There are currently four vacancies in the House with Democrats favoured to fill two of them - in special elections in Texas at the end of January, and in New Jersey in the spring.

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Nancy's decision to flip to his favoured formation was instantly criticised, but bizarrely not as much as his choice of footwear or use of a handheld tactics board.

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