be in favor of
Example Sentences
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“As a pastor, I cannot be in favor of war,” Leo told reporters on Thursday while flying home to Rome after a tour of Africa.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026
And the majority of “Barbie” enthusiasts seem to be in favor of Gosling portraying Ken — defending the two-time Oscar nominee’s signature good looks and acting chops.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 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
“Not everyone will be in favor of change,” Ms. Truss said.
From New York Times • Oct. 5, 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
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