be in favor of

Example Sentences

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Sanae Takaichi’s administration has nominated two professors that, like the prime minister herself, are considered to be in favor of looser monetary policy, analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

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

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