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as in positive
expressing approval
favorable reviews for the movie were few
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as in promising
pointing toward a happy outcome
favorable economic conditions for opening a new business
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as in beneficial
promoting or contributing to personal or social well-being
moved to a region with a milder climate in the hope that it would be more favorable to his health
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Recent Examples of favorable
The Herald has learned Council President Liz Breadon visited councilors individually during the recess to ask them to push off the budget vote, rankling Weber, who had recommended a favorable vote take place at the day’s session.
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Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 3 June 2026
But Denney has used it to portray him as too close to the many special interests who work politicians for favorable policies in Sacramento, according to reporting in The Press Democrat.
—Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
Kean won the seat in 2022 after redistricting made the district more favorable to Republicans.
—Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 3 June 2026
While the special election was conducted using the district’s previous boundaries, the political terrain Gallagher faces this fall will be considerably less favorable.
—Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 3 June 2026
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Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 3 June 2026
But Denney has used it to portray him as too close to the many special interests who work politicians for favorable policies in Sacramento, according to reporting in The Press Democrat.
—Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
Kean won the seat in 2022 after redistricting made the district more favorable to Republicans.
—Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 3 June 2026
While the special election was conducted using the district’s previous boundaries, the political terrain Gallagher faces this fall will be considerably less favorable.
—Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 3 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for favorable
Adjective
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One more win on Saturday would turn those party celebrations into something even more special and would only enhance those positive vibes around the club.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Her results came back as estrogen receptor-positive stage 2A breast cancer, meaning her cancer had estrogen receptors that would respond to hormone therapy drugs.—
Ayren Jackson-Cannady,
SELF,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Although the data is still being analysed, Zhang Tongjie believes SETI remains one of the most promising approaches for detecting extraterrestrial life.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
31 May 2026
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Whitmer was once considered among the Democratic Party’s most promising national figures.—
Naomi Lim,
The Washington Examiner,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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Wearables can absolutely be beneficial for the right patients, and even life-saving.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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According to Merrick, kratom has always been a big draw for Elixart’s customer base, offering them the opportunity to enjoy a beneficial beverage in a social environment, without alcohol.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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But on the other hand the club also needed power, and even in a best case scenario Durbin never projected as someone who’d move the needle much in that area.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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Then obviously, the Colorado Eagles and the Colorado Avalanche — just two really good teams.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
30 May 2026
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For the Class of 2026, that’s an encouraging message.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2026
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But the run-up under splash hire coach Mauricio Pochettino has been less than encouraging, though a recent 3-2 friendly win over a stout Senegal squad was a positive.—
Greg Cote
June 4,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
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Meanwhile, relations with those who are closest to you are warm and helpful.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
30 May 2026
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Severe Pruning Pruning tomato plants can be helpful in promoting air flow and fruit production, but removing too many leaves at one time can cause the plant to protect its remaining leaves by curling them in response.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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In braids and a bright yellow fishing bib, with her dog Claude at her side and a witty interjection always on the tip of her tongue, Maude climbs onto her trusty little boat and sets a course for the open sea.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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Durable enough to handle the elements, this waterproof light features a comfortable elastic strap and a bright, adjustable beam that improves visibility while keeping both hands free for unloading luggage, handling car repairs, or setting up camp in the dark.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
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“Favorable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/favorable. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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