favored

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Since the start of the war in Iran, investors have favored U.S. stocks over international equities, but a deal could help to reduce the gap.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Economists forecast a 3.8% year-over-year increase in the PCE, which is the Federal Reserve’s favored gauge of inflation.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

It wasn’t just the ancient Greeks and the American founders who favored classical forms; Roman emperors and the Nazis did too.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

Scientists believe the region during the Early Cretaceous was dry to semi dry, conditions that sauropods appear to have favored.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

At last the day was done, a good day, a fine fortunate day, favored by all the gods.

From "The Golden Goblet" by Eloise Jarvis McGraw