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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as in loved
to take pleasure in
an adventuresome young woman who likes skydiving
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as in pleased
to see fit
feel free to order whatever you like from the menu
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as in wanted
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Recent Examples of liked
Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
That post has been liked over 26,000 times at the time of publication.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Senior commerce director Abbey Stone liked the Marshmallow variety in particular—Lucky Charms lovers take note.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Sep. 2025
Respected and liked, good at his job, clever.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
Over 150,000 Facebook users liked Southwest Airlines’ post and many took to the comment section joking that Captain John was setting a high standard for his son-in-law, Quinn.
—Latoya Gayle, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Editors liked the texture, citing a good crunch from the celery pieces.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2025
Simmons also liked how FIU played in the red zone as the Wildcats got there five times but only scored nine out of a possible 35 points.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 30 Aug. 2025
But ultimately, his pro career didn’t last as long as the boxing community might have liked.
—Josh Katzowitz, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Alonso would have liked to have made more signings this summer, with strengthening in midfield an obvious target.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
That post has been liked over 26,000 times at the time of publication.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Senior commerce director Abbey Stone liked the Marshmallow variety in particular—Lucky Charms lovers take note.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Sep. 2025
Respected and liked, good at his job, clever.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
Over 150,000 Facebook users liked Southwest Airlines’ post and many took to the comment section joking that Captain John was setting a high standard for his son-in-law, Quinn.
—Latoya Gayle, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Editors liked the texture, citing a good crunch from the celery pieces.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2025
Simmons also liked how FIU played in the red zone as the Wildcats got there five times but only scored nine out of a possible 35 points.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 30 Aug. 2025
But ultimately, his pro career didn’t last as long as the boxing community might have liked.
—Josh Katzowitz, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for liked
Verb
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After making 35 appearances (16 starts) with Triple-A Omaha, the club wanted Bowlan to make a positional change.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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Memos unearthed from Biden’s term show his aides wanted the president to personally sign pardon decisions and advised against using the autopen on clemency decisions.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Rather, Brazil has preferred a multidirectional diplomatic approach, grounded in the principles of autonomy, pragmatism, and constructive engagement with a diverse array of global actors.—
HUSSEIN KALOUT,
Foreign Affairs,
2 Sep. 2025
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Others preferred not to stay in a congregate shelter environment, where individuals typically share sleeping quarters.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The enticing breakfast spread includes French toast, eggs, and oatmeal and can be enjoyed in the dining room or on the patio.—
Mae Hamilton,
AFAR Media,
9 Sep. 2025
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OpenAI and the Big Tech players have enjoyed a good head start with their respective foundation AI models, while Beijing has long considered AI a strategic priority.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Magnitude had descended in the track’s estimation from the 2-1 morning line by post time to go off at 7-2, but Bracket Buster, who went off at 17-1 to place, pleased his trainer Victoria Oliver by stepping smartly out of the pack to challenge Sovereignty briefly at the top of the stretch.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
24 Aug. 2025
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His effort to schmaltz Putin with a display of royal pageantry obviously pleased this murderous dictator to no end.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Lower taxes, while generally desirable, increase the amount of money people have to spend on these now more expensive goods and services.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Frame eyelets for mounting racks and fenders are certainly a desirable feature, although their absence isn't necessarily a dealbreaker.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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With 254,000 followers on Instagram, Bambi is well-loved by her online community—something that gives her owner joy.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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There were people who loved it, and people who absolutely hated it — most especially [former New York Observer critic] Rex Reed.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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They’re typically retired, sitting on pensions and 401(k)s, and may be naive to the techniques favored by con artists and reprobates who run riot on the internet.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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Grassroots efforts like these stand in stark contrast to the industrial model; small-scale, humane and sustainable approaches to poultry-keeping are becoming increasingly popular, as well as favored.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Bookout, 33, wished her ex and Conner well when the pair announced Conner's pregnancy.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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Adugna wished all parents strength and wisdom in guiding their daughters.—
Matthew Cupelli,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Liked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liked. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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