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Definition in favour of in British English

in favour of phrase

phrase
1

supporting a person or an idea, proposal etc that you believe is right

Example

Those in favour of the motion, please raise your hands now.

Example

Councillor Stone then outlined the arguments in favour of the proposed changes.

Example

I am all in favour of trying to find ways to save money.

Example

The council voted 11-3 in favour of providing the extra money.

Example

The court ruled in Mrs Adams' favour.

Example

They have come down very strongly in favour of the proposed merger.

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2

preferring to choose someone or something that you believe is better

Example

Manchester was rejected in favour of Liverpool as the site for the new stadium.

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Definition in favour of in British English