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as in hatreds
a strong feeling of not liking or approving
we have a strong dislike for olives and wouldn't eat them even if we were paid
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as in disapprovals
refusal to accept as right or desirable
the public's general dislike of negative campaign ads
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as in hates
to feel dislike for
the two dogs disliked each other the first time they met, and never did become friends
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as in criticizes
to hold an unfavorable opinion of
dislike the governor's heavy-handed way of pushing his agenda
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Recent Examples of dislikes
Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 3 Mar. 2026
There was no menu and no visible bottles behind the bar, so every cocktail that ended up before someone was the product of a conversation about likes, dislikes, flavors, and vibes.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
Shared activities like watching a common television show can help promote high relationship satisfaction by providing an opportunity to connect while exploring each other’s likes and dislikes.
—Big Think, 10 Feb. 2026
The trailer alone has roughly 18,000 dislikes, compared with just 767 likes, meaning 96% of those who rated the video gave it a thumbs down.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2026
Aescape saves each user's likes, dislikes and tension areas in his or her user profile.
—Hadley Hitson, Nashville Tennessean, 29 Dec. 2025
And these irrational likes and dislikes make watching sports more fun.
—Alexis Coe, Rolling Stone, 16 Nov. 2025
Their likes, dislikes and not just from a category point of view but from a life point of view.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Would this new body still be the same person with all their quirks and mannerisms, as well as sharing the same interests or dislikes, or a version of them?
—Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Langmuir showed that the molecules oriented themselves in a consistent way, looking like little tadpoles with the hydrophilic head, the end that likes water, toward the water, and the hydrophobic tail, the end that dislikes water, sticking up into the air.
—Natalia Sánchez Loayza, Scientific American, 5 Feb. 2026
Sean Payton dislikes quite a few things.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 31 Jan. 2026
None allow for import taxes in response to international disagreements over foreign policy or because a president dislikes another country’s domestic policies.
—Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Brianna Untener, the founder of Brianna Scott Interiors, also dislikes large towel bars and suggests upgrading to more stylish hooks.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 19 Jan. 2026
But the Nevada Democrat also dislikes government shutdowns or standoffs over them.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 14 Jan. 2026
If a user dislikes an item, ChatGPT asks for quick feedback on why that might be—style, price or otherwise.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 24 Nov. 2025
If a user dislikes an item, ChatGPT asks for quick feedback on why that might be — style, price or otherwise.
—Meghan Hall, Footwear News, 24 Nov. 2025
Noun
Cole dislikes when stairs are carpeted or when the runner extends to the baluster and the wall.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 3 Mar. 2026
There was no menu and no visible bottles behind the bar, so every cocktail that ended up before someone was the product of a conversation about likes, dislikes, flavors, and vibes.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
Shared activities like watching a common television show can help promote high relationship satisfaction by providing an opportunity to connect while exploring each other’s likes and dislikes.
—Big Think, 10 Feb. 2026
The trailer alone has roughly 18,000 dislikes, compared with just 767 likes, meaning 96% of those who rated the video gave it a thumbs down.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2026
Aescape saves each user's likes, dislikes and tension areas in his or her user profile.
—Hadley Hitson, Nashville Tennessean, 29 Dec. 2025
And these irrational likes and dislikes make watching sports more fun.
—Alexis Coe, Rolling Stone, 16 Nov. 2025
Their likes, dislikes and not just from a category point of view but from a life point of view.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Would this new body still be the same person with all their quirks and mannerisms, as well as sharing the same interests or dislikes, or a version of them?
—Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
Not everyone dislikes the variability.
—Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Langmuir showed that the molecules oriented themselves in a consistent way, looking like little tadpoles with the hydrophilic head, the end that likes water, toward the water, and the hydrophobic tail, the end that dislikes water, sticking up into the air.
—Natalia Sánchez Loayza, Scientific American, 5 Feb. 2026
Sean Payton dislikes quite a few things.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 31 Jan. 2026
None allow for import taxes in response to international disagreements over foreign policy or because a president dislikes another country’s domestic policies.
—Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Brianna Untener, the founder of Brianna Scott Interiors, also dislikes large towel bars and suggests upgrading to more stylish hooks.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 19 Jan. 2026
But the Nevada Democrat also dislikes government shutdowns or standoffs over them.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 14 Jan. 2026
If a user dislikes an item, ChatGPT asks for quick feedback on why that might be—style, price or otherwise.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 24 Nov. 2025
If a user dislikes an item, ChatGPT asks for quick feedback on why that might be — style, price or otherwise.
—Meghan Hall, Footwear News, 24 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dislikes
Noun
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Majority disapprovals were recorded among the remaining topics − all of which have dominated headlines in the last several months.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
22 Jan. 2026
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To some extent the attention that CRA’s get makes makes sense, as these disapprovals tend to zero in on some of the most prominent recent regulatory activity.—
Clyde Wayne Crews Jr,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Friedlander is a pop culture and entertainment journalist based in Los Angeles who hates coffee but loves Coke Zero.—
Whitney Friedlander,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Ennis hates this — no kids, remember?—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Whatley outlines public safety priorities, criticizes Cooper Beyond the specific proposal, Whatley said public safety would be a central focus of his Senate campaign and potential term in office.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2026
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Quintanilla criticizes opponents Johnson and Allred for wealth, stock trades, and immigration votes, positioning himself as a candidate who prioritizes immigrant families, small businesses, drug rehabilitation, senior relief, and local development programs.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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If your child rejects a new dish, don't give up hope.—
Barrie Gillies,
Parents,
9 Mar. 2026
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Many expect a work stoppage — and possibly the cancellation of games for the first time since 1995 — as the MLB owners push for a salary cap and the players union rejects one.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This can lead to problems for those with allergies and eczema, especially as the contact can exacerbate symptoms of those conditions.—
Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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Recently adopted and sadly returned due to allergies, this sweet guy is more than ready for a forever home that will stick.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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White frequently denounces Trump on social media, most recently criticizing the president for his racist social media post aimed at the Obamas.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
28 Feb. 2026
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In a 2024 reflection on Hurricane Maria, which leveled parts of Puerto Rico and left many without power for months, Bad Bunny denounces the government's role in the chaos that ensued after the Category 4 storm swept through the island.—
Luis Giraldo,
CBS News,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Dislikes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dislikes. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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