favor

Example Sentences

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These are things that actually could favor more companies in the universe of high-yield bonds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

And that works just fine, as “Hag” uses every bit of its runtime to its favor, planting no less than 63 Chekov’s guns throughout the story, each one a more delicious callback than the last.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 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

Anyone who maintains that thesis with high conviction would likely favor gold mining stocks at current prices.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

“Humphrey, where did you go? Oh, I should have known you’d escape! I’d run away from those kids if I could, too. But do me a favor, Humphrey. Please come out!”

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney