How to Use favorite in a Sentence

favorite

1 of 2 noun
  • Of all his books, do you have a favorite?
  • That movie is my favorite.
  • That movie is a great favorite with audiences everywhere.
  • And, the Boy Meets World theme song is still one of my favorites.
    Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 10 July 2023
  • The Lakers won’t be the favorites in the West next season.
    Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2023
  • Our favorites here are the mussels marinière (me) and the flat iron steak with madeira sauce.
    Felicia Campbell, The Arizona Republic, 12 Mar. 2024
  • So who are the favorites to be the cleveland.com Offensive Player of the Year?
    Matt Goul, cleveland, 19 Sep. 2023
  • Their Catalyst pack is one of Krista’s favorites, and made it through the slot canyons in Moab in a breeze.
    Sunset Staff, Sunset Magazine, 22 Nov. 2023
  • Among those are fan favorites like the railgun and SG-225 Breaker.
    Paul Tassi, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024
  • The home-field favorite will have a lot of ground to make up tomorrow starting from 11th place.
    David Hill, Rolling Stone, 14 Jan. 2024
  • One of my favorites lately is by this girl named Billianne.
    Stephen Deusner, SPIN, 22 Nov. 2023
  • In the meantime, here are our 11 favorites, from new ultra-long-range aircraft to very light jets.
    Daniel Cote, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2024
  • Gatlin says that Madam Glam is a favorite at Poppy & Monroe.
    Addie Morton, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2024
  • The Glossier Black Friday sale 2023 is among our favorites—in part because the beauty brand's price cuts are so damn rare.
    Malia Griggs, Glamour, 21 Nov. 2023
  • With a hefty number of perfect five-star reviews, this pair is a clear favorite.
    Alice Bennett, Travel + Leisure, 24 Mar. 2024
  • Another favorite is the organ in the dining room, mirroring the part of the ride in which the ghosts fly out of the instrument.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 1 Aug. 2023
  • This classic take on a true Southern favorite will bring joy to any plate for the holidays.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 22 Sep. 2023
  • Forty years on, the sports watch has been reimagined many times and remains a firm favorite among collectors.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 Apr. 2024
  • But also, that type of comedy that is played so close to the vest, and played so straight, but is absurd is just a favorite of mine.
    Demetrius Patterson, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Sep. 2023
  • Spacious Adirondack chairs have long been a favorite for their style and comfort.
    Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 26 June 2023
  • One of my favorites is Aloe rubraviolaceae, a low-growing rosette type Aloe whose teal leaves are edged in soft rose.
    Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Dec. 2023
  • Gruyere is a standout favorite for its creamy, nutty, and earthy flavor.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2023
  • For your downtime Going out 📚 Pick up a new cookbook for yourself or a loved one from our list of 2023 favorites.
    Liam Dillon, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2023
  • In another sign that O’Connell’s club works with slim talent margins, the Saints stand as 3-point favorites.
    Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Nov. 2023
  • But her path from prep star to world championship favorite had its challenges.
    John Ortega, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2024
  • Along the way, he’s become a fan favorite, solidified a starting spot and earned the trust of Kansas coach Bill Self.
    Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 1 Mar. 2024
  • Audiences are back and the venue remains a citywide favorite.
    Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2024
  • But the Americans have high hopes, and enter as the tournament favorites.
    Mark Heim | Mheim@al.com, al, 26 Aug. 2023
  • And Butler will be a betting favorite (or even) in five more January games.
    David Woods, The Indianapolis Star, 14 Jan. 2024
  • Quick, easy, deeply flavorful, it’s been a favorite ever since.
    Michelle Huneven, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2024
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favorite

2 of 2 adjective
  • Get ready to be ahead of the trend and find your new favorite Amazon must-haves.
    Theresa Johnson, Rolling Stone, 11 Nov. 2023
  • Our favorite picks for your front door, above the mantle, and more.
    Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2023
  • And in the meantime, keep scrolling to shop our favorite picks that are on sale right now.
    Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 10 July 2023
  • The guys that, to borrow Bruce Bochy’s favorite phrase, know how to pass the baton.
    Shawn McFarland, Dallas News, 15 June 2023
  • Plus, Daryl gets a new favorite weapon, one that fits the milieu.
    Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Sep. 2023
  • Keep scrolling for our favorite fall shoe styles for $50 or less.
    Megan Schaltegger, Peoplemag, 8 Sep. 2023
  • One of my favorite moments is when a client takes off his shoes.
    Essence, 16 Mar. 2024
  • Meet some of the park’s reptiles and amphibians as the eat their favorite foods.
    Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 28 Mar. 2024
  • Come the end of 2024, this will probably still stand as one of my favorite covers of the year.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Apr. 2024
  • The sight of it hit a nostalgic chord that stuck with them and sparked the idea to put up swings on their favorite trails.
    Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2024
  • My favorite detail is the halo of tulle around the model’s head.
    Lauren Puckett-Pope, ELLE, 15 June 2023
  • Users can even choose their favorite seat from the floor or balcony, and the front, middle or back row.
    Todd Spangler, Variety, 16 Jan. 2024
  • This is one of my favorite birding places in all of Kentucky!
    Paul Cappiello, The Courier-Journal, 16 June 2023
  • The Speedy has been a street style stalwart for a number of years now; scroll through for our favorite pics.
    Irene Kim, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2023
  • The decision to cut it that way, instead of just emailing her the files, was one of his favorite parts of the process.
    Tom Roland, Billboard, 8 Sep. 2023
  • In honor of her birthday, take a look back at some of our favorite Gaga looks.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2024
  • Being with my daughter, and getting in the pool with her, are my favorite things.
    Billboard Staff, Billboard, 16 June 2023
  • So, if Lodge cast iron is on your list, now is the time to add your favorite pieces to your kitchen collection.
    Carly Totten, Southern Living, 10 July 2023
  • Our tester’s favorite feature was the adjustable footrest, which was sturdy and easy to use.
    Jessica Booth, Parents, 15 June 2023
  • Lodge, the folks who make some of our favorite cast-iron skillets, has a new line of enameled Dutch ovens —and they are made right here in the South.
    Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 17 June 2023
  • Grab your favorite snack, get comfortable, and settle in to have to your mind blown.
    Starr Savoy, ELLE, 28 Aug. 2023
  • So the cleanser is definitely a favorite in the morning.
    Lindy Segal, Glamour, 4 Jan. 2024
  • Onion: Choose your favorite type of onion for this scalloped potato recipe.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2024
  • On top of all these savings, one of our favorite categories to shop for is tech, which can be pricey to start.
    Ellen McAlpine, Men's Health, 28 June 2023
  • Now your in-laws can enjoy their favorite music all in one place, whether on vinyl or on their phone.
    Micaela Arnett, Rolling Stone, 24 Nov. 2023
  • Metro League Jesuit is always the favorite in the Metro League, and 2023 is no different.
    Nikstreng, oregonlive, 27 Aug. 2023
  • What were some of your favorite wardrobe moments that felt authentic to Barbie in the movie?
    Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 15 Aug. 2023
  • Advertisement Muth was the favorite and paid $2.80 to win.
    John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2023
  • Here are our favorite ways to update your space with mini florals now.
    Monika Biegler Eyers, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Apr. 2024
  • Prince Andrew's two favorite teddy bears were placed on mahogany thrones at his bedside.
    Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 8 Apr. 2024

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