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NOUN

something or someone cherished, prized

Synonyms

STRONGEST

choice darling front-runner idol number one pick

STRONG

beloved chalk dear ideal love main minion paramour pet preference shoo-in

WEAK

apple of eye fave teacher's pet

Antonyms

STRONG

dislike hate hatred

WEAK

peeve

Example Sentences

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And they intend to make it a long stay: France is among the favorites to reach the final.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Mexico managed a scoreless draw against Portugal, considered one of the favorites, and a 1-1 draw against Belgium, a team that thrashed the United States 5-2.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

My favorites are Mina’s Moroccan style sardines in tomato sauce and sardines in extra virgin olive oil with lemon.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

If they had run, political strategists said, either would have been favorites to win, with high name recognition and previous experience running for statewide offices.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Lissa shrugged and grabbed a large straw hat covered with artificial flowers, another of Miss Lilian’s favorites.

From "The Old Willis Place" by Mary Downing Hahn