1
as in positive
expressing approval
favorable reviews for the movie were few
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2
as in promising
pointing toward a happy outcome
favorable economic conditions for opening a new business
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as in beneficial
promoting or contributing to personal or social well-being
moved to a region with a milder climate in the hope that it would be more favorable to his health
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Recent Examples of favorable
But even under more favorable conditions, the city failed to please Austen.
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Ellen Wexler, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 July 2025
Joining Colorado at the top of the list is Minnesota, which secured second place due to its high number of healthcare facilities, good quality of life, and favorable financial outlook for seniors.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025
Drivers don’t have that data at their fingertips, but their anecdotal evidence has put Chicago in a favorable light.
—Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 6 July 2025
In the summer of 2010 during the peak of the Tea Party fervor, just 35% had a favorable view of the health care legislation.
—Domenico Montanaro, NPR, 5 July 2025
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Ellen Wexler, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 July 2025
Joining Colorado at the top of the list is Minnesota, which secured second place due to its high number of healthcare facilities, good quality of life, and favorable financial outlook for seniors.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025
Drivers don’t have that data at their fingertips, but their anecdotal evidence has put Chicago in a favorable light.
—Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 6 July 2025
In the summer of 2010 during the peak of the Tea Party fervor, just 35% had a favorable view of the health care legislation.
—Domenico Montanaro, NPR, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for favorable
Adjective
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While no people in the area have tested positive, city leaders are urging locals to stay cautious.—
Marina Johnson,
The Courier-Journal,
9 July 2025
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For the most part it's been overwhelmingly positive.—
Bryan West,
The Tennessean,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Stark noted that ascension has made Suarez one of the most promising pending free agents in the sport.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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His firing came on the same day two of the team’s most promising young stars, outfielder James Wood and pitcher Mackenzie Gore, made the National League All-Star team for the first time.—
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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Peanut butter, in moderation, is a great source of protein and healthy fats like vitamins B and E, which can be beneficial for your dog’s muscles, skin, coat and eyes.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
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Whey protein contains branched-chain amino acids, which are beneficial for muscle growth and recovery.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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See my tips and best picks on how to protect yourself from identity theft at Cyberguy.com/IdentityTheft 10.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
6 July 2025
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But maybe, in an odd way, the timing is good, given the looming July 31 trade deadline.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 July 2025
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The 5-foot-11, 191-pound former standout at Jacksonville’s Bartram Trail underwent offseason foot surgery in the spring, but a 3-tackle effort in the spring game was encouraging.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 July 2025
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The jury is out on 2024 first-rounder Hagen Smith but signs are encouraging.—
Phil Rogers,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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These and other helpful travel accessories are on sale ahead of Prime Day, including portable chargers, packing cubes, and more.—
Aly Walansky,
Travel + Leisure,
5 July 2025
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Also, cell phone chargers for automobiles can be helpful after the storm.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 July 2025
Adjective
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Known for its bright colors and vivid patterns, the store specializes in women’s clothes fit for a resort or a vacation to a tropical island.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
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Today, however, Kendall was spotted doing a little shopping at the Chloé store with some friends, and her choice of a bright red minidress brought back one of the biggest trends of summer 2023: Tomato girl summer.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
8 July 2025
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“Favorable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/favorable. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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