in favour of

preposition3

1. •
   For; in support of; approving; supporting.

   • Many people are in favor of capital punishment.
2. •
   Out of preference for.

   • He left school after just three years in favor of a professional sports career.
3. •
   For the benefit of; to the order of.

   • He endorsed the note in favor of his uncle who had lent them the money.