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in one's favor

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As analysts and observers have often noted, Mr. Trump’s negotiating style appears to reflect his background in real estate, where staking out a tough position can tilt the final deal in one’s favor.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2018

What worked in one's favor one day might not the next day, or even the next hour or second.

From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson

Against; rarely, in favor of, in one's favor.

From English Synonyms and Antonyms With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions by Fernald, James Champlin

Even if they are well off they may get into society; for though money does not count in one's favor in such a town, it does not count against one.

From American Adventures A Second Trip 'Abroad at home' by Morgan, Wallace

This is a rare talent, indeed, and scores, largely in one's favor; for no one likes to think himself so unimportant as to be forgotten, under any circumstances.

From Aunt Jane's Nieces in Society by Baum, L. Frank (Lyman Frank)