favorite sons

Definition of favorite sonsnext
plural of favorite son
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Noun
  • Laboratory results, imaging studies and surgical records support claimants’ cases.
    Jeffrey Freedman, Sun Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Florida resident Cindy Singer was among the claimants who voted for the plan and now regrets it.
    Craig R. McCoy, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The Hawks now lead the series 2-1 and have become the favorites to win it.
    Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Alongside its classic breakfast plates, Fuller’s serves favorites like Monte Cristos and double-decker chicken salad club sandwiches.
    Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
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“Favorite sons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/favorite%20sons. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.

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