favor
Example Sentences
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A sharp rise in oil prices and the government’s moves to change laws in favor of foreign investors have softened their opposition, according to people close to the companies.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
Chevron recently expanded its footprint in Venezuela in an asset-swap deal that would boost its position in regions rich in viscous heavy oil that U.S. refineries favor.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
Staying quiet never worked out in their favor.
From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026
In the race to replace Councilmember Curren Price in South L.A, at least three candidates — community organizer Estuardo Mazariegos, council aide Jose Ugarte and education nonprofit director Elmer Roldan — favor the idea.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
I liked running to do someone a favor, to get some sugar or tea, or to carry a message.
From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola
Vocabulary lists containing favor
The SAT: Language of the Test, List 6
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The Language of Standardized Tests, List 4
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The New SAT: The Language of the Test
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