as in preferences
a person or thing that is preferred over others
the youngest child was always Mother's favorite
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Recent Examples of favorites
From favorites like collard greens and sweet potato casserole to updates on classics like potato salad and grits, these side dishes are like scooping up a bite of nostalgia.
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Patricia S York, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025
This is a luxurious, Relais & Châteaux property where the swanky cocktail terrace, Espazio Oteiza, is one of my favorites for the jaw-dropping coastal views.
—Michelle Arellano Martin, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
The Panthers will likely be underdogs against Jacksonville State and favorites against Sam Houston.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 9 Nov. 2025
Our list spans 84 years of festive favorites and hidden gems.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Nov. 2025
Made with tomato purée, vinegar, sugar and seasonings, these dressings inspired later favorites like bacon and tomato dressing.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
Oprah’s influence is known to sell out products, so grab your favorites before they’re gone.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
The Irish will likely be 20-point favorites against Navy, Syracuse and Stanford, with only the visit to Pittsburgh in two weeks a potential tripwire.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Lululemon or Vuori are amongst my favorites.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2025
Patricia S York, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025
This is a luxurious, Relais & Châteaux property where the swanky cocktail terrace, Espazio Oteiza, is one of my favorites for the jaw-dropping coastal views.
—Michelle Arellano Martin, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
The Panthers will likely be underdogs against Jacksonville State and favorites against Sam Houston.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 9 Nov. 2025
Our list spans 84 years of festive favorites and hidden gems.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Nov. 2025
Made with tomato purée, vinegar, sugar and seasonings, these dressings inspired later favorites like bacon and tomato dressing.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
Oprah’s influence is known to sell out products, so grab your favorites before they’re gone.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
The Irish will likely be 20-point favorites against Navy, Syracuse and Stanford, with only the visit to Pittsburgh in two weeks a potential tripwire.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Lululemon or Vuori are amongst my favorites.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for favorites
Noun
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Ongoing scrutiny of candidates’ public behavior, coupled with potential debates and campaign events, will likely play a role in upcoming polls and voter preferences.—
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Nov. 2025
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Whether made-to-measure couches, modular sectionals, or bespoke armchairs, custom furniture gives you infinite flexibility to adapt to your taste and the constraints of your space, personal preferences, and room layouts.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Kill your darlings, the advice for writers, takes on a whole new meaning here.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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The Seminoles were 13-0, playoff darlings, swagger restored, the logo gleaming again like a championship promise.—
D’Joumbarey Moreau,
Miami Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Favorites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/favorites. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.
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