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
Arkansas Online, 7 Jan. 2026
Owner and general manager Jerry Jones didn’t do Eberflus any favors by trading star pass rusher Micah Parsons a week before the season started.
—Schuyler Dixon, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
The watchdog further said there was substantial reason to believe Collins may have used House resources for unofficial purposes and granted special favors by keeping an employee tied to his chief of staff.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 5 Jan. 2026
Mother Nature likely won’t do many favors for Santa Claus this year.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 24 Dec. 2025
Perfect for gamers and those who've never picked up a controller alike, this inventive and very meta story follows a pair of friends who borrow money, beg favors, and create their first blockbuster video game before graduation even arrives.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 20 Dec. 2025
The editing kind of favors that interpretation.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 19 Dec. 2025
He was convicted for his involvement in a scheme to finance his 2007 presidential campaign with funds from Libya in exchange for diplomatic favors.
—Joseph Ataman, CNN Money, 10 Nov. 2025
But that doesn’t negate what is already happening in other parts of the economy, where the Administration is intervening willy-nilly, dispensing money and favors, and expanding its reach at a pace that’s hard to keep up with.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
This mindset naturally favors destinations with a strong culinary identity.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 5 Jan. 2026
April 20 – May 20 This morning favors comfort and steady progress.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2026
Okay, so reheating isn't doing your coffee any favors flavor-wise, but are some methods of reheating better than others?
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2026
Gurland, who favors Aplos, which makes spirits infused with citrus, herbal botanicals, and broad-spectrum hemp.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
In California, voters approved a congressional redistricting measure that favors Democrats heading into 2026.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
In a category that traditionally favors serious dramas, this rom-com unfolding against the backdrop of 30 years of Lebanese tragedies plays like a breath of fresh air and piques anticipation for Aris’ next feature.
—Alissa Simon, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
In short, Beats Fit Pro blends punchy audio, a super-secure fit, and capable ANC in a tidy package that favors iPhone users while still playing nicely with Android for 26% off right now.
—PC Magazine, 4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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
Owner and general manager Jerry Jones didn’t do Eberflus any favors by trading star pass rusher Micah Parsons a week before the season started.
—Schuyler Dixon, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
The watchdog further said there was substantial reason to believe Collins may have used House resources for unofficial purposes and granted special favors by keeping an employee tied to his chief of staff.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 5 Jan. 2026
Mother Nature likely won’t do many favors for Santa Claus this year.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 24 Dec. 2025
Perfect for gamers and those who've never picked up a controller alike, this inventive and very meta story follows a pair of friends who borrow money, beg favors, and create their first blockbuster video game before graduation even arrives.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 20 Dec. 2025
The editing kind of favors that interpretation.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 19 Dec. 2025
He was convicted for his involvement in a scheme to finance his 2007 presidential campaign with funds from Libya in exchange for diplomatic favors.
—Joseph Ataman, CNN Money, 10 Nov. 2025
But that doesn’t negate what is already happening in other parts of the economy, where the Administration is intervening willy-nilly, dispensing money and favors, and expanding its reach at a pace that’s hard to keep up with.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
Verb
Collectively, there is less tolerance for stubbornness disguised as conviction, as this transit favors multidimensional thinking and open dialogue.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
This mindset naturally favors destinations with a strong culinary identity.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 5 Jan. 2026
April 20 – May 20 This morning favors comfort and steady progress.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2026
Okay, so reheating isn't doing your coffee any favors flavor-wise, but are some methods of reheating better than others?
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2026
Gurland, who favors Aplos, which makes spirits infused with citrus, herbal botanicals, and broad-spectrum hemp.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
In California, voters approved a congressional redistricting measure that favors Democrats heading into 2026.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
In a category that traditionally favors serious dramas, this rom-com unfolding against the backdrop of 30 years of Lebanese tragedies plays like a breath of fresh air and piques anticipation for Aris’ next feature.
—Alissa Simon, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
In short, Beats Fit Pro blends punchy audio, a super-secure fit, and capable ANC in a tidy package that favors iPhone users while still playing nicely with Android for 26% off right now.
—PC Magazine, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for favors
Noun
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Every January, companies from around the world gather to flaunt new technologies, products and services.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
10 Jan. 2026
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Instead, the program will change where the sales tax dollars go — redirecting dollars that would have otherwise been added to the state’s general fund to pay for highways, schools and other services to pay off the project’s debt and retire the bonds.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Trump promised transparency with regards to the Epstein investigation, but has alienated even loyal supporters with his actions on the matter.—
Brian Niemietz,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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Fits in regards to role and skillset are questioned on every roster and trade ideas are drummed up for solutions to problems that may not even necessarily exist.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
14 Jan. 2026
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Political interference in mergers and acquisitions approvals and daily operations repels foreign investment and damages confidence in market operations.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Time,
13 Jan. 2026
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Google, which recently bought an energy developer, is pushing federal regulators to speed up approvals for data centers that supply their own power.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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The clip, which has amassed over 14 million views and nearly 3 million likes, shows the little girl, who was only 4 days old at the time, with a grumpy expression on her face as her brother leans in for the smooch.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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The bag has also been seen on the likes of Katie Holmes and Naomi Watts.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
13 Jan. 2026
Verb
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That’s not the case, though, with preferred shares—and Strategy has issued plenty of these as well, which obliges it to pay regular dividends to shareholders.—
Jeff John Roberts,
Fortune,
3 Dec. 2025
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Passion sparks when the algorithm obliges erotic fantasy on demand.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Nov. 2025
Verb
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While some staples are offered repeatedly, the program accepts proposals for new presentations for each of its three cycles — fall, spring and summer.—
Kelley Bruss,
Dallas Morning News,
14 Jan. 2026
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Continue reading … FUNNY BUSINESS – Comedian accepts Ricky Gervais' award with pointed joke about thanking God and trans community.—
,
FOXNews.com,
13 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Cher in Clueless was all about the big, bright, bold colors—but sometimes, Alicia Silverstone prefers a more muted sartorial moment.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
12 Jan. 2026
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Today, Staub prefers hardwood, limestone, terracotta, or stone tile in softer, organic tones.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
11 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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Before Catherine arrives, Rachel gifts Anna a push-up bra and tells her to try it on.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Favors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/favors. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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