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favoritism

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


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As the nearly unprecedented move favored the current World Cup co-host, claims of favoritism and corruption were loud and immediate.

From Salon Jul. 6, 2026

"When favoritism and cronyism take precedence over competence in selecting a commander, the result is as predictable as fire burning paper," he said.

From BBC Jun. 29, 2026

There are regulatory rules that mandate investment banks not show favoritism to clients, but there is also a lot of leeway.

From MarketWatch May 18, 2026

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

From Slate Apr. 18, 2026

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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