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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As Albania does not extradite its citizens, French prosecutors plan to drop their case in favour of their Albanian colleagues, who have promised to seek compensation for French victims.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
Wary of being vulnerable to the whims of foreign governments, the European Union is preparing far-reaching new moves to ditch American digital companies and Chinese chips in favour of European alternatives.
From Barron's • May 30, 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
