favor

Example Sentences

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Even assuming both inheritances go up in value over time, the difference between your assets and your husband’s assets makes this agreement worth it for you; it works in your favor, on paper at least.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

The joke here was that Barkley, already known for being outspoken, has been getting kudos for speaking out in favor of immigrants on a CBS broadcast.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

OpenAI recently backed away from an early version of its Instant Checkout feature in favor of directing users to the retailers to complete the purchase.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

I’d still favor using industry-standard protocols, like OpenVPN, but given that ExpressVPN has open-sourced the protocol, it makes me less wary about using it.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

"Then you two can go and beg her favor," said Bronden, "since you are so keen to do so."

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda