like this
idiom
1
: of this kind
I love weather like this.
2
: in this manner
I hate it when it rains like this.
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Brady told the Star-Telegram that with a consolidation like this, there will be some job reductions, probably in administrative areas but no decisions have been made so far were those staff members will be moved or what positions will be eliminated.
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Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Jan. 2026
Today, there are hundreds—nay, thousands—of purse charms and keychains to choose from (like this funky gold initial charm from Fohufo).
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
Many pieces are already on sale, like this stain-resistant area rug and this charming accent chair.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
They are supposed to be able to act correctly in dangerous situations like this.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2026
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Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Jan. 2026
Today, there are hundreds—nay, thousands—of purse charms and keychains to choose from (like this funky gold initial charm from Fohufo).
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
Many pieces are already on sale, like this stain-resistant area rug and this charming accent chair.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
They are supposed to be able to act correctly in dangerous situations like this.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2026
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“Like this.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/like%20this. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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