as in comparison
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as in comparing
to describe as similar
he generally likened a root canal to some horrible form of torture
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as in equating
to regard or represent as equal or comparable
I think that we can liken the two pianists, at least in terms of natural talent
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Recent Examples of likening
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
Contributor Kelsey Borovinsky tested the full Hästens bed and bed linens system back in 2023, likening the experience to sleeping on a cloud.
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Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
11 June 2026
As Business Insider reports, the state’s health body is accusing Tiger of selling alloClae in the state without a license, likening these actions to some sort of grand conspiracy.
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Frank Landymore,
Futurism,
11 June 2026
Bravo, on the other hand, is faring better, with one buyer likening it to late-night from a few years ago, when advertisers were willing to pay higher rates to reach the younger audiences that reliably tuned in.
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Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
10 June 2026
Protecting Cornell’s legacy was also on Thayil’s mind when working on the memoir, and wanting to do so with the utmost care, often likening himself to the guardian big brother of the band.
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Selena Fragassi,
SPIN,
9 June 2026
When speaking about the departures of McDuffie, Watson, Bryan Cook and Leo Chenal, Spagnuolo grew somewhat emotional, likening them to his own sons.
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Pete Sweeney
june 4,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
The gathering is sometimes called Russia’s Davos, likening it to the World Economic Forum held in Switzerland.
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Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
It is sometimes called Russia’s Davos, likening it to the World Economic Forum held in Davos, Switzerland.
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ABC News,
3 June 2026
Verb
Speculative ticketing is among the most controversial practices in the live events space, with critics likening the strategy to fraud.
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Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
Contributor Kelsey Borovinsky tested the full Hästens bed and bed linens system back in 2023, likening the experience to sleeping on a cloud.
—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
11 June 2026
As Business Insider reports, the state’s health body is accusing Tiger of selling alloClae in the state without a license, likening these actions to some sort of grand conspiracy.
—
Frank Landymore,
Futurism,
11 June 2026
Bravo, on the other hand, is faring better, with one buyer likening it to late-night from a few years ago, when advertisers were willing to pay higher rates to reach the younger audiences that reliably tuned in.
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Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
10 June 2026
Protecting Cornell’s legacy was also on Thayil’s mind when working on the memoir, and wanting to do so with the utmost care, often likening himself to the guardian big brother of the band.
—
Selena Fragassi,
SPIN,
9 June 2026
When speaking about the departures of McDuffie, Watson, Bryan Cook and Leo Chenal, Spagnuolo grew somewhat emotional, likening them to his own sons.
—
Pete Sweeney
june 4,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
The gathering is sometimes called Russia’s Davos, likening it to the World Economic Forum held in Switzerland.
—
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
It is sometimes called Russia’s Davos, likening it to the World Economic Forum held in Davos, Switzerland.
—
ABC News,
3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for likening
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By comparison, digital computers’ silicon substrates seem alien and unrelatable.
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By comparison, the 94% of workers whose incomes were below the payroll tax cap saw average real earnings gains of 17%, the group found.
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Korotaev downplayed its significance using simpler logic, comparing it with Russia’s far more damaging strategic air and missile campaign against Ukraine.
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The findings comparing cost increases across markets are part of the state’s latest cost growth benchmark report, which OHS officials presented during a hearing earlier this week.
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The analogy Dalio offers is the difference between chess and Go.
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The structural analogy to home drug kits is purposefully crafted.
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After Harriman posted a second video about the rise of the Reform party, Right-wing commentators accused him of equating Reform’s ascent to the Holocaust.
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There is a version of leadership that confuses visibility with impact, equating big initiatives and dramatic turnarounds with strong leadership.
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Luxury brands now face the challenge of amplifying that meaning—distinct from the price/value equation—to enhance people’s lives in more personal, emotionally resonant ways.
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Why Consistency Matters More Than Format Potency is only half the equation.
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“Likening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/likening. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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