in favor

phrase

: approved of, supported, or popular
Her theories are no longer in favor.

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The potential candidates will also hear more cynical arguments in favor of running no matter what. — Ben Smith, semafor.com, 13 Oct. 2026 Our best argument in favor of London is that the city has so much to offer and London remains unmatched in the richness and diversity of its ecosystem. — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 12 Oct. 2026 Radicals, outraged at its concessions, wanted to fight and topple the shogunate in favor of imperial rule. — Ian Buruma, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026 Across the industry, music-listening habits have gradually shifted in favor of older music over the past few years, particularly because of the nostalgia surrounding it. — Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in favor

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“In favor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20favor. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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