in favor
phrase
: approved of, supported, or popular
Her theories are no longer in favor.
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Aguirre removed Quiñones in favor or taller options, but Mexico never recovered from the loss of offensive creativity.
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Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
6 July 2026
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in favor of West Virginia and Idaho on Tuesday against trans athletes who sued to gain access to girls' sports.
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Ryan Gaydos Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2026
Francis resumed his role as CEO of Gymshark in 2021, after stepping aside in 2017 in favor of Steve Hewitt, a longtime veteran of the sportswear industry.
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Robert Olsen,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
These moments forgo traditional pop polish in favor of imperfection to give Visitor a tangible edge.
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Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
3 July 2026
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Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
6 July 2026
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in favor of West Virginia and Idaho on Tuesday against trans athletes who sued to gain access to girls' sports.
—
Ryan Gaydos Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2026
Francis resumed his role as CEO of Gymshark in 2021, after stepping aside in 2017 in favor of Steve Hewitt, a longtime veteran of the sportswear industry.
—
Robert Olsen,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
These moments forgo traditional pop polish in favor of imperfection to give Visitor a tangible edge.
—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
3 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for in favor
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“In favor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20favor. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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