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
Everyone has their problematic fave, and Michelle Obama may be spilling the beans on hers.
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Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
Riley’s irreverent handle on these subjects reminded me of Paul Beatty’s 2015 satire, an all-time fave.
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Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
Now that the book is done and dusted, which chapter won out as your fave?
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Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 May 2026
Some of our faves include the Denim Pop J Marc Platform sandal and the Tattoo Patch Baseball Cap, both perfect for wearing all summer and well into fall.
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Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
Riley’s irreverent handle on these subjects reminded me of Paul Beatty’s 2015 satire, an all-time fave.
—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
Now that the book is done and dusted, which chapter won out as your fave?
—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 May 2026
Some of our faves include the Denim Pop J Marc Platform sandal and the Tattoo Patch Baseball Cap, both perfect for wearing all summer and well into fall.
—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for fave
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fave
favorite
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The French men’s national team — one of the favorites to win the entire tournament — arrived with HACs, as well as bags from Chanel and Louis Vuitton.
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Another of her favorites is Henry Ford’s Model-T (Tin Lizzie), which revolutionized the auto industry.
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“Fave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fave. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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