and the like

phrase

: et cetera

Examples of and the like in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Princess of Wales regularly gravitates toward pastels, jewel tones and the like throughout the year. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026

Barb McKitts, the founder of Edit & Organize in Charlotte, North Carolina, suggests spending some time on Sunday to empty your vehicle of any sports gear, supplies from errands, and the like, which may have accumulated there over the past few days. — Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026

Wipe down the surface, then return only your daily-use essentials—such as hand soap, toothbrush, moisturizer, and the like. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 25 Sep. 2026

High-tech elements—motion-detectors, geothermal heat pumps, space-age insulation and the like—complement the old-school practices. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1556, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for and the like

• businesslike
• ladylike
• motorbike
• workmanlike
• alike
• belike
• birdlike
• catlike
• childlike
• christlike
• deathlike
• dislike