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favorable

[fey-ver-uh-buhl, feyv-ruh-] / ˈfeɪ vər ə bəl, ˈfeɪv rə- /




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Cinquemani's research brings together these established ideas with newer evidence suggesting that impact-generated systems may also have played a role and, in some cases, may offer especially favorable conditions for early chemical reactions.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Carmakers reported mixed first-quarter US sales Wednesday pointing to a hit from winter storms, as the Middle East war clouds the industry's outlook compared with unusually favorable dynamics a year ago.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Batters were less successful, turning 33 of 78 challenges into favorable rulings.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Banks’ earnings are nevertheless resilient and show favorable income characteristics, which still makes them an attractive bet, Goldman Sachs analysts said in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

The traders waited for favorable winds to let them cross the Indian Ocean directly between East Africa and India.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond