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or less commonly favs
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
Sure, maybe the soundtrack overrelied on white-guy faves, with a little too much Pearl Jam and Weezer.
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Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Everything from the casting (male dancers, internet faves, and very few actual models) to the scenery (a 191-year-old venue with plenty of stained glass) to the ambiance (candlelit, with lots of bows and florals) embodied the brand's quintessential mix of romance, community, and nostalgia.
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Madeline Hirsch,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
And with Prime Day bringing four days of steep discounts across the entire site (including everything from K-beauty to Hudson Williams’ faves), there are so many more incredible style deals than usual.
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Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
23 June 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
The Hurricanes and Avalanche have bolstered their standing as Stanley Cup betting faves.
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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.
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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.
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Anne Olivia Bauso,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
But as these reader faves suggest, that's still just scratching the surface.
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Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2026
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Everything from the casting (male dancers, internet faves, and very few actual models) to the scenery (a 191-year-old venue with plenty of stained glass) to the ambiance (candlelit, with lots of bows and florals) embodied the brand's quintessential mix of romance, community, and nostalgia.
—
Madeline Hirsch,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
And with Prime Day bringing four days of steep discounts across the entire site (including everything from K-beauty to Hudson Williams’ faves), there are so many more incredible style deals than usual.
—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
23 June 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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for faves
favorites
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Despite entering the match as overwhelming favorites, Argentina is approaching the match cautiously.
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Hanging baskets brimming with geraniums, begonias, petunias, and other summertime favorites can liven up front porches, patios, and balconies with fantastic color.
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“Faves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faves. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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