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
Matter of fact Baltimore and Buffalo are co-faves to win the Super Bowl (per DraftKings) at +600 each.
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Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
The Black Sneaker With a Matching Wide-Leg Another celeb fave, the Puma Speedcat is sporty-chic with a red track jacket and slim trousers.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2025
Expect to see pastas (one of my faves), oats, yogurt, chips, candy bars, and more with extra protein.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2025
She's been one of my faves since her days on the court.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Aug. 2025
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Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
The Black Sneaker With a Matching Wide-Leg Another celeb fave, the Puma Speedcat is sporty-chic with a red track jacket and slim trousers.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2025
Expect to see pastas (one of my faves), oats, yogurt, chips, candy bars, and more with extra protein.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2025
She's been one of my faves since her days on the court.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fave
favorite
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The tiara, known as the Lover's Knot, was a favorite of Princess Diana's, royal jewelry expert Lauren Kiehna, told Yahoo.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Shane Croucher
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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The Tigers are overwhelming favorites in the upcoming Atlantic Coast Conference tilt.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Fave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fave. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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