in favor of
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Also, in one's favor.
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In support of, approving, as in We are in favor of her promotion , or All the reviews were in his favor . [Mid-1500s]
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To the advantage of, as in The court decided in favor of the defendant . [Mid-1500s]
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Inscribed or made out to the benefit of, as in The check was made out in favor of the charity . [Mid-1500s]
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Out of a preference for, as in The commissioner turned down the new road in favor of improved sewers . [Late 1800s]
Example Sentences
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Some marketers have shifted away from mascots, however, in favor of actors, musicians and other human stars who can break through more quickly, she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
Nobody in attendance spoke in favor of the federal review.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
That’s why three voters on the Fed’s rate-setting board dissented last month in favor of a rate increase.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 11, 2026
He took aim at other labs that are "focused on building AI for companies, governments or other institutions," arguing that this would tip the balance of power in favor of institutions instead of individuals.
From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026
“Everyone in favor of sending Knox Kosmos to the Tombs, say aye.”
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
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