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unfavorable

[uhn-fey-ver-uh-buhl] / ʌnˈfeɪ vər ə bəl /


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“The risks to the labor market and inflation both tilt in unfavorable directions, that is, toward a weaker labor market and a greater persistence of above-target inflation,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

That’s likely to “raise inflation while weighing on growth — an unfavorable mix for both bonds and equities,” say Lina Thomas and Daan Struyven.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

In France, polls show even right-wing voters have an unfavorable view of the president.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

More than a year later, 56% of those polled said they had an unfavorable view of her, while 31% viewed her favorably.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

The darkness is an unfavorable condition for me.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga