as in favorite
a person or thing that is preferred over others
chocolate ice cream is my absolute fave
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Recent Examples of fave
Matter of fact Baltimore and Buffalo are co-faves to win the Super Bowl (per DraftKings) at +600 each.
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Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
The Black Sneaker With a Matching Wide-Leg Another celeb fave, the Puma Speedcat is sporty-chic with a red track jacket and slim trousers.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2025
Expect to see pastas (one of my faves), oats, yogurt, chips, candy bars, and more with extra protein.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2025
She's been one of my faves since her days on the court.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Aug. 2025
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Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
The Black Sneaker With a Matching Wide-Leg Another celeb fave, the Puma Speedcat is sporty-chic with a red track jacket and slim trousers.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2025
Expect to see pastas (one of my faves), oats, yogurt, chips, candy bars, and more with extra protein.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2025
She's been one of my faves since her days on the court.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for fave
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fave
favorite
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The film started out as one of season’s hot favorites, garnering a near-record 13 nominations, including in the Best International Feature Film category.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
10 Sep. 2025
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Drugstore favorites include La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk and CeraVe Hydrating Mineral.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Fave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fave. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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