favoritism
Example Sentences
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Nowhere is the appearance of favoritism more glaring than in the case of Vulcan Elements, a North Carolina-based rare-earth magnet startup.
“For decades, the Commission has recognized that bona fide news interviews, late-night programs, and daytime news shows are entitled to editorial discretion based on newsworthiness, not political favoritism,” Gomez said.
From Los Angeles Times
This is down to what economists call “rent seeking” – that is, the attempt by companies or individuals to get extra money or value out of a policy through influence or favoritism.
From Salon
But even if favoritism could’ve played a role in the voting, “Good Hang” is more than deserving of its first major accolade.
From Salon
In May, Nestlé received anonymous complaints alleging improper favoritism.
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