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favours

British

/ ˈfeɪvəz /

plural noun

sexual intimacy, as when consented to by a woman

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Sice's prediction: This is a weird one because it would probably do us more favours if United win - but I can't go for a United win.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

"However, given that the current model still favours the supply side, pursuing higher growth could risk directing more resources toward production, potentially exacerbating existing economic imbalances," Su said.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

In that contest, GB led after six ends before slipping to the 9-5 defeat that left them needing favours from other teams.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

The UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology says that "Saturated soils and a three-month hydrological outlook that favours above normal flows for eastern Scotland and southern England means flood risk remains elevated".

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

“Oh, Charlotte says she hardly ever does. It is the greatest of favours when Miss de Bourgh comes in.”

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen

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