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favoritism

[fey-ver-i-tiz-uhm, feyv-ri-] / ˈfeɪ vər ɪˌtɪz əm, ˈfeɪv rɪ- /


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The churn is especially pronounced in small firms, where favoritism is hard to hide and easy to resent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 28, 2026

In June, victims' relatives filed more than 50 civil lawsuits against the Espaillats, while pressure mounted on the authorities amid allegations of favoritism for the owners, whose family also owns a media conglomerate.

From Barron's • Nov. 8, 2025

And she links that favoritism to a decline in confidence in the court.

From Slate • Jun. 20, 2025

This is meant to ensure efficient use of funds and prevent favoritism, however, the approach often sidelines critical factors like food quality, ethical labor practices and local economic benefits.

From Salon • Dec. 18, 2024

Some of the girls think it’s unfair favoritism, since her mom is a former principal dancer, but I’ve never felt that way.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day




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