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as in favorites
a person or thing that is preferred over others
chocolate ice cream is my absolute fave
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Recent Examples of faves
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
The Hurricanes and Avalanche have bolstered their standing as Stanley Cup betting faves.
—Miami Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
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.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Seasonal, sustainable fare is front and center on local menus, with faves like Sovereign Remedies and Chestnut making the most of Appalachian bounty.
—Anne Olivia Bauso, Travel + Leisure, 22 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
The guitar work, song structures, and Stephen’s one-of-a-kind cadence make them and this record specifically one of my all-time faves.
—Liza Lentini, SPIN, 10 Apr. 2026
Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 13 May 2026
The Hurricanes and Avalanche have bolstered their standing as Stanley Cup betting faves.
—Miami Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
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.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Seasonal, sustainable fare is front and center on local menus, with faves like Sovereign Remedies and Chestnut making the most of Appalachian bounty.
—Anne Olivia Bauso, Travel + Leisure, 22 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
The guitar work, song structures, and Stephen’s one-of-a-kind cadence make them and this record specifically one of my all-time faves.
—Liza Lentini, SPIN, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for faves
favorites
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Memorable concerts have included a 2019 interdisciplinary arts program featuring everything from music for two pianos to dance and children’s favorites, as well as a 2020 performance celebrating the installation of the bells.—
Susan Soldavin,
Baltimore Sun,
16 May 2026
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Newcomers looking to grasp the eclectic essence of Eurovision and its interplay of pop and politics should look no further than two of the fan favorites to emerge during a week that saw two semifinals ahead of the grand finale.—
Jill Lawless,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2026
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“Faves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faves. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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