be favored

Example Sentences

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Yields on German government bonds fell and ING analysts said they could be favored over U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Can he rally his team for one victory during a season in which it might not be favored the rest of the way?

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2025

Ms. Elfreth will be favored in the heavily Democratic district in November.

From New York Times • May 14, 2024

DOE’s Office of Science—one of the few research agencies whose budget grew in 2024, albeit by a meager 1.7%—would continue to be favored, receiving a 4.2% increase to $8.6 billion.

From Science Magazine • Mar. 11, 2024

We are to be favored with a statement from the Reverend 39 Mr. McGowan, who is the candidate for installation as pastor of this very beautiful church.

From Captain Pott's Minister by Cooper, Francis L. (Francis Le Roy)