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Which one of these is not one of Maria's favorite things in The Sound of Music?

favorite

[fey-ver-it, feyv-rit] / ˈfeɪ vər ɪt, ˈfeɪv rɪt /




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“Americans want more content choices and flexibility in how and where they watch their favorite programming, including sports and other live events,” Ward said.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 14, 2026

Last year in the spirit of patriotism, my favorite Toronto coffee shop taped over the menu listing for its Americano to re-dub it a Canadiano.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 13, 2026

But surveying the coverage, I can’t help but notice that their hearts just aren’t in it these days, and that your grandpa’s favorite talking heads would rather discuss, um, another hot topic.

From Salon Sep. 13, 2026

While surprises are always possible, Rosen predicts a major awards haul for "Widow's Bay," surpassing all competitors including the final season of the perennial favorite "Hacks."

From Barron's Sep. 12, 2026

But Wolf had freed his prize and was tossing it high and catching it in his jaws, in one of his favorite games.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver

Helmets can’t even display their logos in the NFL so the league can avoid the impression that it plays favorites with safety gear.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 13, 2026

His "Widow's Bay" co-stars Kate O'Flynn and Stephen Root are also favorites in the supporting acting categories.

From Barron's Sep. 12, 2026

Ranging from classics like Columbo and Star Trek to contemporary favorites like Nathan for You and Ramy, there’s something for everyone.

From Slate Sep. 11, 2026

“We’re just pulling up a chair beside them and firing up a brand new pizza oven. Two local favorites, one roof.”

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 9, 2026

I’ve remembered the stories that were my favorites, and sometimes I’ve even been able to remember the exact words an author wrote in some special scene.

From "Z for Zachariah" by Robert C. O’Brien




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