1
as in services
an act of kind assistance
a good and generous friend who is always doing favors for others
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2
as in regards
a feeling of great approval and liking
entertainers often learn that the favor of the public can be fickle indeed
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3
as in approvals
an acceptance of something as satisfactory
over the years that kind of movie fell out of favor with the mass audience
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4
as in likes
positive regard for something
was willing to do just about anything to keep the boss's favor
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as in obliges
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 accepts
to have a favorable opinion of
if this measure will reduce our property taxes, then I favor it
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3
as in prefers
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 gifts
to furnish freely or naturally with some power, quality, or attribute
favored with good looks
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Recent Examples of favors
Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 23 Jan. 2026
For calling in all the favors to turn out all the biggest musicians and entertainers to contribute to making his movie better?
—Elizabeth Rosner, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
The Hawks’ special teams didn’t do them any favors.
—Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2026
The Razorbacks did themselves no favors, shooting very poorly from the field (1-for-18).
—Lilly Marshall, Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2026
Goldy, the former commonwealth's attorney for Bath, Rowan, Menifee and Montgomery counties, was impeached and arrested by the FBI in 2023 for trading favors with a defendant in exchange for nude images, according to previous reporting by The Courier Journal.
—Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 14 Jan. 2026
Of all their favors between friends over the years, an uncredited voice-acting role is still second to the time Pattinson gifted Safdie a Toto Neoreset Japanese toilet.
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 13 Jan. 2026
With Packers first-year team president Ed Policy likely approaching a decision on LaFleur’s future this offseason before the final year of his contract, LaFleur did himself no favors ahead of those conversations.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 12 Jan. 2026
Jones didn't do Eberflus any favors by trading star pass rusher Micah Parsons a week before the season started.
—Arkansas Online, 7 Jan. 2026
Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
This is also not a partisan argument that differentially favors one party over another.
—Michelle A. Williams, STAT, 2 Feb. 2026
While sneakers have long been the walking shoe of choice among celebrities, fashion stylist Chelsea Hollenbeck recently told PEOPLE that 2026 favors its polished counterpart.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
This shift favors platforms willing to operate closer to the financial system—accepting regulatory burden in exchange for defensibility.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Giorgio Rapicavoli, chef and owner of Luca Osteria and Eating House and executive chef of The Grape Ape and Mayfair Grill in Miami, Florida, often favors frozen onion and bell pepper blends, especially for dishes where the vegetables are cooked down into a sweet, savory base.
—Amber Love Bond, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
The latest 10-day outlook from the weather service’s Climate Prediction Center favors below-average temperatures and above-average precipitation throughout the first week of February.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
Seeing these pieces together highlights how Sherald favors stillness and clarity, especially amidst the current state of the country, and the world at large.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 27 Jan. 2026
Martha’s approach, on the other hand, favors a tried-and-true natural cleanser.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 25 Jan. 2026
Noun
Trust your ability to attract money to you or, perhaps, favors and practical support will come your way.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 23 Jan. 2026
For calling in all the favors to turn out all the biggest musicians and entertainers to contribute to making his movie better?
—Elizabeth Rosner, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
The Hawks’ special teams didn’t do them any favors.
—Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2026
The Razorbacks did themselves no favors, shooting very poorly from the field (1-for-18).
—Lilly Marshall, Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2026
Goldy, the former commonwealth's attorney for Bath, Rowan, Menifee and Montgomery counties, was impeached and arrested by the FBI in 2023 for trading favors with a defendant in exchange for nude images, according to previous reporting by The Courier Journal.
—Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 14 Jan. 2026
Of all their favors between friends over the years, an uncredited voice-acting role is still second to the time Pattinson gifted Safdie a Toto Neoreset Japanese toilet.
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 13 Jan. 2026
With Packers first-year team president Ed Policy likely approaching a decision on LaFleur’s future this offseason before the final year of his contract, LaFleur did himself no favors ahead of those conversations.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 12 Jan. 2026
Jones didn't do Eberflus any favors by trading star pass rusher Micah Parsons a week before the season started.
—Arkansas Online, 7 Jan. 2026
Verb
Queen Maxima often favors colorful displays and whimsical variations on daytime dress, from vibrant blue pantsuits by Max Mara to textural midi dresses with statement headpieces and more by Natan.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
This is also not a partisan argument that differentially favors one party over another.
—Michelle A. Williams, STAT, 2 Feb. 2026
While sneakers have long been the walking shoe of choice among celebrities, fashion stylist Chelsea Hollenbeck recently told PEOPLE that 2026 favors its polished counterpart.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
This shift favors platforms willing to operate closer to the financial system—accepting regulatory burden in exchange for defensibility.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Giorgio Rapicavoli, chef and owner of Luca Osteria and Eating House and executive chef of The Grape Ape and Mayfair Grill in Miami, Florida, often favors frozen onion and bell pepper blends, especially for dishes where the vegetables are cooked down into a sweet, savory base.
—Amber Love Bond, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
The latest 10-day outlook from the weather service’s Climate Prediction Center favors below-average temperatures and above-average precipitation throughout the first week of February.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
Seeing these pieces together highlights how Sherald favors stillness and clarity, especially amidst the current state of the country, and the world at large.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 27 Jan. 2026
Martha’s approach, on the other hand, favors a tried-and-true natural cleanser.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 25 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for favors
Noun
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The announcement stoked fears of disruptions to software companies that provide data and services to the legal industry.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
3 Feb. 2026
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Tools like electronic visit verification and unique caregiver identifiers help confirm when and where care is delivered, reducing the risk of duplicate payments and ensuring Medicaid dollars are tied to real services.—
Miki Kapoor,
New York Daily News,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Homebuyers tend to be more sensitive than the law, which is still largely unsettled in regards to the topic.—
Franklin Schneider,
The Atlantic,
4 Feb. 2026
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No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
4 Feb. 2026
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The heliport's current owner said the objections come at the last minute after years of approvals.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
3 Feb. 2026
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All oversight, reviews, and approvals were conducted in coordination with Riverside County and the State of California, which ultimately approved the adoption.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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He was followed by Bad Bunny, who claimed three awards (including album of the year, for Debí Tirar Más Fotos), and the likes of Lady Gaga and Kehlani, who won two each.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
2 Feb. 2026
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Who else can woo the likes of Joni Mitchell and Sombr, Martha Stewart and Jack Antonoff, Nancy Pelosi and Rachel Sennott in one room, all among the guest list for its 2026 edition?—
Rob LeDonne,
Rolling Stone,
1 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Hayley obliges, perhaps too enthusiastically, prompting Yasmin to get involved in the action herself so as not to be outdone in the endless game of power play.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2026
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The senior wants the ball and Lake Travis obliges in giving it to him.—
Colby Gordon,
Austin American Statesman,
12 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Planned Parenthood also accepts uninsured patients.—
Renuka Rayasam,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2026
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In Housemaid, recent ex-con Millie (Sydney Sweeney) accepts a job as a live-in housemaid for the wealthy Nina (Amanda Seyfried) and Andrew Winchester (Brandon Sklenar).—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The bottom line is that Emery doesn’t trust Elliott to carry out his specific tactical instructions and prefers other players instead.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Many on Wall Street view Warsh as an inflation hawk, someone who prefers higher rates to keep a lid on prices.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
2 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The beloved icon has a long history of philanthropy, including her incredible Imagination Library program that gifts children around the country with books.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
16 Jan. 2026
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However, their idyllic weekend becomes twisted when Amelia gifts Adam, who is face blind, a mysterious letter.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Favors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/favors. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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