be in favor of

Example Sentences

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A change of guard at the central bank bolstered those views, with new Gov. Vitai Ratanakorn seen to be in favor of more near-term easing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 10, 2025

But the majority of social media responses — which largely seem to be coming from Air Force fans or military supporters — do seem to be in favor of the decision to honor the Raiders.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 21, 2023

“It’s all very well to be in favor of ideal solutions, but we must be pragmatic in the short run to ensure that rhinos survive the ongoing poaching onslaught,” he said.

From New York Times • Jun. 12, 2023

Richard Zierdt of Maryland thinks his neighbors might well be in favor of reabsorbing the District of Columbia, but I think he overlooked a few things.

From Washington Post • Oct. 21, 2022

“If Lawrence needs more money and is unable to get it from the government under the conditions which will give him complete freedom of action, I would be in favor of our stepping in.”

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik