1
as in positive
expressing approval
favorable reviews for the movie were few
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Relevance
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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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3
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
With that said, the outlook tends to be less favorable with DDD.
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Md Published, Verywell Health, 14 Jan. 2026
Museveni has maintained a favorable relationship with the United States, recently agreeing to accept migrants rejected by the US.
—Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 14 Jan. 2026
Forecasters say the weather setup appears favorable for snow squalls across South Dakota.
—Brandi D. Addison, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 13 Jan. 2026
During liaison reports, Reed told the council the plan commission voted not to change its favorable recommendation to the city council to approve the station after hearing the report.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
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Md Published, Verywell Health, 14 Jan. 2026
Museveni has maintained a favorable relationship with the United States, recently agreeing to accept migrants rejected by the US.
—Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 14 Jan. 2026
Forecasters say the weather setup appears favorable for snow squalls across South Dakota.
—Brandi D. Addison, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 13 Jan. 2026
During liaison reports, Reed told the council the plan commission voted not to change its favorable recommendation to the city council to approve the station after hearing the report.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for favorable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for favorable
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The agreement could indicate that Apple continues to struggle with developing a competitive, in-house AI model, but the news is being viewed by Wall Street as a positive sign for the iPhone maker.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2026
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With the judicial branch intact and an alternative to MAGA showing early signs of growth inside the Republican Party, 2026 and the years that follow offer the chance for profound and positive change.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Browns Cleveland boasts an elite defense led by the league’s best pass rusher, an owner who spends more cash than any other team and a promising nucleus from the 2025 draft class.—
Jacob Robinson,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Creativity, romance and pleasure take on a more serious tone, and a connection could feel both exciting and promising.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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This, in turn, causes inadequate air supply to root systems and loss of beneficial microorganisms.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
15 Jan. 2026
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The researchers concluded that developing and using more products derived from monk fruit may be beneficial to health.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In the first half, the defensive activity and competitive spirit were far better against the league’s best team, a night after Miami came up woefully short in both of those areas against the league’s worst team.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
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Despite being given three power plays in the first, the B’s were not good at all on the man advantage.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
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The start of the second half was encouraging for the Heat, which cut the deficit to seven points multiple times in the third quarter.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
11 Jan. 2026
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The experience gave each child a chance to practice communication and reading skills in a warm and encouraging atmosphere.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
10 Jan. 2026
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However, bottom watering may be especially helpful when trying to fully rehydrate very dry potting soil.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2026
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ChatGPT may be a helpful tool to answer questions about complex subjects, but users should verify the accuracy of that information before submitting it to the California labor board.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Even hospital appointments were overwhelming, with bright lights leaving her drained and overstimulated.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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The bright blue facade is a beacon of hope at a time when many residents and business owners are still caught in the difficult process of rebuilding after the fires.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Favorable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/favorable. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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