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as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
the youngest child was also the most favored—much to the envy of his siblings
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as in selected
singled out from a number or group as more to one's liking
for a favored few, the restaurant always has a table available, no matter how busy it is
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as in obliged
to do a service or favor for
although she was at the party as a guest, the singer favored us with a song
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as in accepted
to have a favorable opinion of
if this measure will reduce our property taxes, then I favor it
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as in preferred
to show partiality toward
older moviegoers tend to favor films that have certain extras—like a plot and developed characters
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as in gifted
to furnish freely or naturally with some power, quality, or attribute
favored with good looks
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Recent Examples of favored
Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2025
The high-speed rail project has become a permanent stimulus for the politically favored, not a serious infrastructure solution.
—Mike Garcia, Oc Register, 25 July 2025
Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
Among the many areas of contention is whether the budget will include a road funding plan, as favored by Whitmer, who in February offered a framework for a plan.
—Paul Egan, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
The first lady’s threats echo a favored strategy of her husband, who has aggressively used litigation to go after critics.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2025
The high-speed rail project has become a permanent stimulus for the politically favored, not a serious infrastructure solution.
—Mike Garcia, Oc Register, 25 July 2025
Verb
Midnight blue, a heavier shade, has been favored in recent years as the summer fades and fall approaches.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
Among the many areas of contention is whether the budget will include a road funding plan, as favored by Whitmer, who in February offered a framework for a plan.
—Paul Egan, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for favored
Adjective
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To combat isolation amid shorter days, keep in touch with loved ones, NextStep4MentalHealth advises.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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These non-invasive scans typically start at around $2,500, but can be the ideal gift for a loved one.—
Ramsey Qubein,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Lauren James, England’s most explosive attacking player, was a doubt to be among the selected 23 because of a hamstring injury.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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The selected artist will receive $1,700-$2,125 a month for the 17- to 18-week program, plus a stipend for art supplies.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
18 May 2025
Verb
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Then they are obliged to follow all lines of enquiry and take action as appropriate.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Kendrick Bourne - New England Patriots After being on the 53 man roster Tuesday, Bourne requested to be released by the Patriots on Wednesday and the team obliged his request.—
Mike Fore,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Novak walked the red carpet and accepted the honor onstage in a dramatic white gown with a silvery overlay.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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That way, when you are accepted, you are accepted voluntarily, because people appreciate you and respect you and want you, not because you have been shoved down their throats.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Rather, Brazil has preferred a multidirectional diplomatic approach, grounded in the principles of autonomy, pragmatism, and constructive engagement with a diverse array of global actors.—
HUSSEIN KALOUT,
Foreign Affairs,
2 Sep. 2025
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Others preferred not to stay in a congregate shelter environment, where individuals typically share sleeping quarters.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Nearly every part of the couple's wedding was borrowed or gifted with love.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Over a year ago, the Biden administration gifted Intel $8 billion in CHIPS subsidies for plants in multiple states.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Watch Maria on Netflix The Piano Lesson In Malcolm Washington's feature directorial debut, The Piano Lesson delves into the Charles family's struggle with a heavy decision surrounding their cherished heirloom piano.—
Jacqueline Weiss,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Even Roosevelt, the city’s most cherished school, has been vacant since 2019 and fallen into disrepair.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Each child will have the chance to meet and take photos with their favorite princesses during a special meet-and-greet.—
Tiffani Jackson Skinner,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Favored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/favored. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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