as in favorite
a person or thing that is preferred over others
chocolate ice cream is my absolute fave
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Recent Examples of fave
All told, average minutes streamed increased 37% versus 2024-25, as hoops fans who’ve quit the pay-TV habit have remained locked in with their hometown faves via digital pathways.
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Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 24 Apr. 2026
But as these reader faves suggest, that's still just scratching the surface.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2026
So, in a city where residents eat, sleep and breathe their sports faves — when is Philly getting WNBA representation?
—Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2026
The stylish mama ushered in the New Year with her faves.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
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Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 24 Apr. 2026
But as these reader faves suggest, that's still just scratching the surface.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2026
So, in a city where residents eat, sleep and breathe their sports faves — when is Philly getting WNBA representation?
—Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2026
The stylish mama ushered in the New Year with her faves.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fave
favorite
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After starting his podcast with Soffer in 2022, the two have spent most Mondays and Thursdays since chatting about everything from pop culture to life advice and even conducting celebrity interviews with fan favorites like Hilary Duff, Snooki and Frankie Muniz.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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The dining scene ranges from longtime favorites like The Shed to newer spots such as Leo’s, while luxury hotels offer sweeping views of the desert and nearby Rocky Mountains.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2026
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“Fave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fave. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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