in favour of is not in our dictionary (yet). Here's what it could mean:
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preposition
- In support, agreement, or approval of a person, idea, or course of action.
- To the advantage or for the benefit of someone or something.
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While many parents might be in favour of shortening the school summer holiday to four weeks, the same report by Parentkind found that only 24% of teachers supported the idea.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
A poll conducted by the Mainichi Shimbun last month found only 23 percent of people in favour of the sons of re-adopted imperial family members becoming emperor, and 34 percent against.
From Barron's ● Jul. 17, 2026
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Possible Synonyms
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- team [something]
- all for it
- a 'yes' on
- approving of
- on board with
Possible Antonyms
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- hating on
- disapproving of
- hard pass on
- not feeling it
- a 'no' on
