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favoritism

[fey-ver-i-tiz-uhm, feyv-ri-] / ˈfeɪ vər ɪˌtɪz əm, ˈfeɪv rɪ- /


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There were always intracaucus grumblings about her favoritism to him, and how he didn’t deserve any of it.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

This is down to what economists call “rent seeking” – that is, the attempt by companies or individuals to get extra money or value out of a policy through influence or favoritism.

From Salon • Jan. 21, 2026

In May, Nestlé received anonymous complaints alleging improper favoritism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025

In June, victims' relatives filed more than 50 civil lawsuits against the Espaillats, while pressure mounted on the authorities amid allegations of favoritism for the owners, whose family also owns a media conglomerate.

From Barron's • Nov. 8, 2025

It isn’t a matter of favoritism, but just that he lives in the present and is focused on his current students.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove




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