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unfavorable

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


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A fishing boat that was converted into an aid vessel, which had also left Mexico last Friday, arrived on Tuesday, a few days later than planned due to unfavorable weather, currents and battery issues.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 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

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

Often, the source of their unfavorable choice is a misguided reliance on past performance.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

"His conduct here under very unfavorable circumstances has been exemplary," the prison warden wrote.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple