favour Flashcards
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Q
favour(n)
in your favour
A
noun 1 ; SUPPORT , APPROVAL
the support or approval of something or someone
- These plans are unlikely to find favour unless the cost is reduced
- The Council voted in favour of a 200 million euro housing development
- She is out of favour(=unpopular) with her colleagues
- Her economic theories are in favour (=popular) with the current government
- He sent her presents in an attempt to win her favour
in your favour ; when something is in your favour, it gives you an advantage
- This candidate has a lot in her favour, especially her experience of teaching
