disfavour
Britishnoun
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disapproval or dislike
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the state of being disapproved of or disliked
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an unkind act
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a damaging or disadvantageous effect; detriment
verb
Example Sentences
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Von der Leyen backed the call for public buyers to favour European firms, and said the EU executive would propose a law on European preference this month.
From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026
One of the biggest -- and most debated -- proposals for boosting the EU's economy is to favour European firms over foreign rivals in "strategic" fields, which von der Leyen supports.
From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen on Monday backed a push to favour European firms over foreign rivals in "strategic" fields, ahead of a leaders' meeting on boosting the bloc's competitiveness.
From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026
Perhaps he had simply had enough, or perhaps his talent-drenched team's 2026 priorities had been adjusted to favour others.
From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026
“Now, master! Sure you’re not a-going to favour only one of us. If Young Pip has a half-holiday, do as much for Old Orlick.”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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