in favor

idiom

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

Examples of in favor in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
The Big 12 and ACC, meanwhile, are in favor of the 5+11 format, which provides AQ bids for the five conference champions and 11 at-large bids. Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 May 2025 The two members to break with their parties were Democratic Sen. Cathy Osten of Sprague, who voted against the bill, and Republican Sen. Tony Hwang of Fairfield, who voted in favor. Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 31 May 2025 Some spoke at the rally Friday in favor of the deal. Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 30 May 2025 The town's county of Fresno voted in favor of Trump in the 2024 election by a margin of 50.9% to 46.5%. Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 30 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for in favor

Cite this Entry

“In favor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20favor. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!