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1
as in enjoyed
to wish to have
I'd like another slice of pizza, but I've already eaten more than I should have
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2
as in preferred
to show partiality toward
I like romantic comedies more than action movies
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3
as in loved
to take pleasure in
an adventuresome young woman who likes skydiving
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4
as in pleased
to see fit
feel free to order whatever you like from the menu
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Recent Examples of liked
Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 16 Feb. 2026
The Duke of York liked bold ideas.
—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 16 Feb. 2026
Luckily, the producers liked me.
—Fred Bronson, Rolling Stone, 16 Feb. 2026
Alzheimer's is an awful disease, but as Frank would have liked, the Broyles Award is a night of celebration for assistant coaches and their families.
—Arkansas Online, 15 Feb. 2026
Another 8% who viewed it neither liked nor disliked it.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 15 Feb. 2026
Those who liked the quick ground contact of the Razor 3 should appreciate the similar, light, snappy feel after heavier, cushier versions 4 and 5.
—Cory Smith, Outside, 15 Feb. 2026
Earlier this week, the Bradenton Police Department in Florida shared a similar post that was liked nearly 230,000 times.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
Scolari was previously regarded as a back-to-basics 4-4-2 man who liked playing with a big target man for others to feed off.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2026
Verb
Miller liked Codie’s stats, but the coach also emphasized that those nine points and six rebounds didn’t accurately reflect how effective Codie played against an imposing frontline for Missouri.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 16 Feb. 2026
The Duke of York liked bold ideas.
—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 16 Feb. 2026
Luckily, the producers liked me.
—Fred Bronson, Rolling Stone, 16 Feb. 2026
Alzheimer's is an awful disease, but as Frank would have liked, the Broyles Award is a night of celebration for assistant coaches and their families.
—Arkansas Online, 15 Feb. 2026
Another 8% who viewed it neither liked nor disliked it.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 15 Feb. 2026
Those who liked the quick ground contact of the Razor 3 should appreciate the similar, light, snappy feel after heavier, cushier versions 4 and 5.
—Cory Smith, Outside, 15 Feb. 2026
Earlier this week, the Bradenton Police Department in Florida shared a similar post that was liked nearly 230,000 times.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
Scolari was previously regarded as a back-to-basics 4-4-2 man who liked playing with a big target man for others to feed off.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for liked
Adjective
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In the release, federal authorities said Reyna was on the FBI’s most wanted list tied to the crime.—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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The robbers ran toward that shelter after beating Ajsac Sirin, and someone recognized Delia from a wanted poster, prosecutors said.—
Rebecca White,
New York Daily News,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Palmerston enjoyed a friendly rivalry with Britain’s most famous cat, 10 Downing Street’s Larry, who just celebrated 15 years in his post.—
Lex Harvey,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Argentines join celebrations in Buenos Aires Thousands of Argentines gathered in Buenos Aires’ Chinatown to celebrate the Lunar New Year and enjoyed dragon and lion dances on the main stage, alongside martial arts demonstrations.—
Ken Moritsugu,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Splenda can be appropriate when preferred for taste or function.—
Verywell Health,
Verywell Health,
17 Feb. 2026
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Consumers have preferred SUVs and trucks over sedans for years.—
Sarah Agostino,
CNBC,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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This humble vegetable is loved by kids and adults alike and is easy to prepare.—
Riley Wofford,
Martha Stewart,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Tongues tested, palates finally pleased, the adventurers decided that this was as good a place to stop as any.—
Sheldon Pearce,
New Yorker,
20 Feb. 2026
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That pleased Republicans who had called for his resignation.—
Dana Ferguson,
NPR,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Equally important to locking desirable heat and moisture in, aluminum foil is also highly effective at keeping unwanted elements out.—
Darcy Lenz,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2026
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Searching for a desirable fall 1991 Yohji Yamamoto Homme leather jacket or an incredibly elusive fanny pack from Louis Vuitton’s 1996 collaboration with Vivienne Westwood?—
Alexandra Hildreth,
Vogue,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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At a Wednesday meeting, the panel favored The Boring Company over two competitors, one of which expressed concerns about the practicality of drilling tunnels in Florida, according to public records obtained this week by the Orlando Sentinel.—
Skyler Swisher,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
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Interior designer Sussan Wemlinger specifically points to the 1980s and early 1990s, when design trends favored using a single pattern throughout a room, from walls and window treatments to furniture and even lampshades.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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But his catcher, non-roster invitee Logan Porter, wanted to make sure Seymour savored the achievement.—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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Barbados is a culinary destination to be savored, with cuisine ranging from the ubiquitous fish cutter sandwich to innovative and eco-driven tasting menus.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Dec. 2025
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“Liked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liked. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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