favour/favor candidate

Examples (10)

• Polls indicate that a majority of voters favor the independent candidate.
• The board favoured the candidate with more international experience for the CEO position.
• Which presidential candidate do the party leaders currently favor?
• If I had to choose, I would favour the candidate who promises environmental reform.
• It's clear that the hiring manager is favoring the internal candidate over the external applicants.
• The selection committee will likely favour a candidate possessing strong technical skills.
• Despite her lack of experience, many in the focus group seemed to favor the younger candidate.
• Historically, the electorate has favored candidates who project an image of strength.
• The CEO did not publicly favour any specific candidate, insisting on a neutral process.
• Studies suggest that people unconsciously favor candidates who share their physical traits.