Examples of liken in a Sentence
he generally likened a root canal to some horrible form of torture
I think that we can liken the two pianists, at least in terms of natural talent.
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The diocese likened the suit to a formality rather than a broader dispute over property rights.
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Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 19 Dec. 2025
That will require more conservative operations, Lee said, likening it to a phone charging more slowly on a weaker power source.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 19 Dec. 2025
The seaweed startup has previously likened that pioneering technology to a proprietary process not unlike brewing beer.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 19 Dec. 2025
The show’s creator, Darren Star, gave Tudum insight into the decision to have Emily step into a new role as head of Agence Grateau’s satellite office in Rome, likening the plot twist to Emily turning the page to a bigger, bolder chapter in her life.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 18 Dec. 2025
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Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 19 Dec. 2025
That will require more conservative operations, Lee said, likening it to a phone charging more slowly on a weaker power source.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 19 Dec. 2025
The seaweed startup has previously likened that pioneering technology to a proprietary process not unlike brewing beer.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 19 Dec. 2025
The show’s creator, Darren Star, gave Tudum insight into the decision to have Emily step into a new role as head of Agence Grateau’s satellite office in Rome, likening the plot twist to Emily turning the page to a bigger, bolder chapter in her life.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 18 Dec. 2025
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“Liken.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/liken. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.
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