1
as in wants
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 prefers
to show partiality toward
I like romantic comedies more than action movies
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3
as in enjoys
to take pleasure in
an adventuresome young woman who likes skydiving
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as in pleases
to see fit
feel free to order whatever you like from the menu
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as in types
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
you can never trust his like, because they'll always let you down
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as in equivalents
one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value
we'd never seen its like in any other shop in town
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as in likings
positive regard for something
she thought her new boyfriend was unusually interested in her likes and dislikes
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Recent Examples of likes
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
After wrapping cucumbers, Trimble likes to store them in a produce keeper placed in her refrigerator's crisper drawer.
—Susan Hall Mahon, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
But that couldn’t be further from the truth for Bezos, who likes to get eight hours of sleep each night.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 8 June 2026
Cobolli likes to stand way over near the corner of the court and hit big kick serves out wide into the ad court.
—Andrew Dampf, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
Johnson likes that his defense is forcing the Knicks late into the shot clock.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 7 June 2026
Emphasizing their versatility, Evans likes to see the Frankenstein sandal-heel hybrid paired with trousers and a mini summer dress.
—Irene Richardson, InStyle, 6 June 2026
Julianne Moore also likes to cheer on the Knicks, and sometimes sits courtside alongside her husband, Bart Freundlich.
—Joyann Jeffrey, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Anyone who likes keeping the balcony doors open at night and falling asleep to the sound of crashing waves should enjoy the Ocean Rooms.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 7 June 2026
The all-male bar staff wear matching aprons with leather straps over striped shirts, while music from the likes of Bruno Mars plays overhead.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
In 2024, the company completed construction of a massive $28 million secure depository on East State Street in downtown Eagle for storing gold and silver to rival the likes of Fort Knox.
—Kevin Fixler
june 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 June 2026
That account received nearly 29,000 likes and reposts on average, tripling that of the average White House post, which comes in second, Pew reports.
—Drew Pittock, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Versace began showing haute couture collections in 1989 at the Ritz hotel, and he’s pictured with the likes of former French President Jacques Chirac and Tunisian-French designer Azzedine Alaïa.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
The movie is notable as Bill Murray’s first starring role and for launching the career of director Ivan Reitman, who would go on to direct Murray and Harold Raimis in the likes of Stripes and Ghostbusters.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 4 June 2026
Many would say that this move was much needed, considering LiveWire’s current lineup is road-focused, which includes the likes of the One, the Del Mar, Mulholland, and, most recently, the Alpinista.
—Utkarsh Sood
june 03, New Atlas, 3 June 2026
The post has now received over one million likes on Instagram from Lamine’s 43 million followers.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 31 May 2026
Verb
Whether your dad travels often or just likes to listen to music in his own world, these wireless headphones make for a terrific Father’s Day gift.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
After wrapping cucumbers, Trimble likes to store them in a produce keeper placed in her refrigerator's crisper drawer.
—Susan Hall Mahon, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
But that couldn’t be further from the truth for Bezos, who likes to get eight hours of sleep each night.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 8 June 2026
Cobolli likes to stand way over near the corner of the court and hit big kick serves out wide into the ad court.
—Andrew Dampf, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
Johnson likes that his defense is forcing the Knicks late into the shot clock.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 7 June 2026
Emphasizing their versatility, Evans likes to see the Frankenstein sandal-heel hybrid paired with trousers and a mini summer dress.
—Irene Richardson, InStyle, 6 June 2026
Julianne Moore also likes to cheer on the Knicks, and sometimes sits courtside alongside her husband, Bart Freundlich.
—Joyann Jeffrey, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Anyone who likes keeping the balcony doors open at night and falling asleep to the sound of crashing waves should enjoy the Ocean Rooms.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Noun
Zverev’s Win Coming into the tournament, Zverev had reached 16 major quarterfinals, 10 major semifinals and three major finals with no championships—always shut out by the likes of Djokovic, Alcaraz and Sinner on the biggest stages.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 7 June 2026
The all-male bar staff wear matching aprons with leather straps over striped shirts, while music from the likes of Bruno Mars plays overhead.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
In 2024, the company completed construction of a massive $28 million secure depository on East State Street in downtown Eagle for storing gold and silver to rival the likes of Fort Knox.
—Kevin Fixler
june 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 June 2026
That account received nearly 29,000 likes and reposts on average, tripling that of the average White House post, which comes in second, Pew reports.
—Drew Pittock, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Versace began showing haute couture collections in 1989 at the Ritz hotel, and he’s pictured with the likes of former French President Jacques Chirac and Tunisian-French designer Azzedine Alaïa.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
The movie is notable as Bill Murray’s first starring role and for launching the career of director Ivan Reitman, who would go on to direct Murray and Harold Raimis in the likes of Stripes and Ghostbusters.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 4 June 2026
Many would say that this move was much needed, considering LiveWire’s current lineup is road-focused, which includes the likes of the One, the Del Mar, Mulholland, and, most recently, the Alpinista.
—Utkarsh Sood
june 03, New Atlas, 3 June 2026
The post has now received over one million likes on Instagram from Lamine’s 43 million followers.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 31 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for likes
Verb
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The petition states that Nick Reiner still wants Jackson to represent him, and that Jackson is still willing to do so if funds can be obtained.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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This model is for everyone who wants to know both what is likely to happen in an upcoming soccer match, but also why.—
Ethan Douglas,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Grill, baby, grill This pitmaster (who probably owns a reliable Weber) prefers traditional grilling techniques and flavors with the classic (and signature) grill marks stamped on all his creations.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Usually, life prefers to use the lighter form.—
Gideon Yoffe,
The Conversation,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Jake, who previously interned at amNewYork, enjoys telling sports stories with a human-interest element and incorporating video within his coverage.—
Molly Fellin Spence,
Baltimore Sun,
29 May 2026
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Nobody enjoys being randomly summoned into your post about the Top 37 Visionary Thought Leaders Changing Synergy in Healthcare.—
William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Coastal decor darling Serena & Lily brings you the Pacifica modular collection to suit any configuration that pleases you.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2026
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For something more substantial, Ramsey’s pleases both vegetarians and meat eaters with options such as BBQ brisket sandwich with homemade onion straws or Zucchini Noodle Thai Bowl.—
Sarah Miller,
Midwest Living,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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It’s also sold directly to consumers, via the company website or at Walmart, in four different kits tailored for first-time exams, menopause and different body types.—
Wendy Naugle,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Credit counselors can assist with budgeting, creating a debt management plan and certain types of creditor negotiations.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
Noun
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Though Uruguay has officially won two World Cups, its team features four stars on its crest because FIFA recognizes its two Olympic soccer championships in 1924 and 1928 as championship equivalents.—
Carlie Procell,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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Models like Mythos are unique today, but history is clear that open-weight equivalents will follow.—
Philip Martin,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Gluck’s incarnation of Margery Kempe loves too much and is in total denial about the depth and scale of her relationship with God’s son.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Elmina — a fishing port to the south — loves Villa due to its hometown hero Nii Lamptey’s brief spell with the club in 1994.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Instead, BlackRock favors emerging-market hard-currency debt, particularly countries with strong exposure to commodities.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
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The company avoids grand claims of dominance, focusing instead on building trust with a clean, practical experience that favors clarity over spectacle.—
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2026
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“Likes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/likes. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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