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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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
Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 11 May 2026
Gruver likes Pottery Barn’s Miller Ceramic Table Lamp, price varies.
—Stacey Zable, USA Today, 11 May 2026
De Zerbi likes his squad to arrive at the stadium four hours before kick-off.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Bird Baths Valerie Darden, the founder of Brexton Cole Interiors, likes to source secondhand bird baths in concrete, stone, iron, or marble.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 9 May 2026
Controlling the controllables, as Witt likes to say.
—Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
The public likes people who can embody all those sides.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 8 May 2026
This is a great bed for someone who likes things just so and wants to create their own custom frame.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2026
For the Mom who likes to garden, give her a shrub like forsythia.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 8 May 2026
Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
Far more typical are the likes of George Deukmejian, Pete Wilson and Gray Davis.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
In Harry Potter, they will be joined by the likes of John Lithgow, Janet McTeer and Bel Powley, along with a young cast led by a trio of newcomers.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 10 May 2026
Redick said the way the Thunder have exploited their minutes without star guard Shai Gilegous-Alexander on the court is forcing him to adjust lineups and coverages when the likes of Ajay Mitchell, Jared McCain and Chet Holmgren are playing.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 10 May 2026
In tandem with the opening, dozens of artists announced their withdrawal from awards consideration — the latest in a wave of protests surrounding the international art event that has historically celebrated the likes of Henri Matisse, Marc Chagall, and Jackson Pollock.
—Chloe Veltman, NPR, 9 May 2026
The moment was captured on an influencer’s video that garnered 290,000 likes on Instagram, by orders of magnitude my most popular appearance on social media.
—Julian Sancton, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2026
McIlroy, whose 26 sub-70 rounds at Quail Hollow tops everyone including the likes of Phil Mickelson (24), is in a tie for fifth at 6-under thanks to sinking birdies on five of his final nine holes prior to bogeying the par-4 18th.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
The most important one involves 18 football players at Nebraska over whether the CSC can exercise oversight over third-party NIL deals cut through schools' multimedia-rights holders, the likes of which are an increasingly popular way to execute the deals.
—ABC News, 8 May 2026
Verb
Everybody else likes it, but Puffy.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 11 May 2026
Gruver likes Pottery Barn’s Miller Ceramic Table Lamp, price varies.
—Stacey Zable, USA Today, 11 May 2026
De Zerbi likes his squad to arrive at the stadium four hours before kick-off.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Bird Baths Valerie Darden, the founder of Brexton Cole Interiors, likes to source secondhand bird baths in concrete, stone, iron, or marble.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 9 May 2026
Controlling the controllables, as Witt likes to say.
—Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
The public likes people who can embody all those sides.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 8 May 2026
This is a great bed for someone who likes things just so and wants to create their own custom frame.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2026
For the Mom who likes to garden, give her a shrub like forsythia.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 8 May 2026
Noun
Like a lot of older travelers, my mother-in-law likes to stay as mobile (and independent) as possible.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
Far more typical are the likes of George Deukmejian, Pete Wilson and Gray Davis.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
In Harry Potter, they will be joined by the likes of John Lithgow, Janet McTeer and Bel Powley, along with a young cast led by a trio of newcomers.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 10 May 2026
Redick said the way the Thunder have exploited their minutes without star guard Shai Gilegous-Alexander on the court is forcing him to adjust lineups and coverages when the likes of Ajay Mitchell, Jared McCain and Chet Holmgren are playing.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 10 May 2026
In tandem with the opening, dozens of artists announced their withdrawal from awards consideration — the latest in a wave of protests surrounding the international art event that has historically celebrated the likes of Henri Matisse, Marc Chagall, and Jackson Pollock.
—Chloe Veltman, NPR, 9 May 2026
The moment was captured on an influencer’s video that garnered 290,000 likes on Instagram, by orders of magnitude my most popular appearance on social media.
—Julian Sancton, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2026
McIlroy, whose 26 sub-70 rounds at Quail Hollow tops everyone including the likes of Phil Mickelson (24), is in a tie for fifth at 6-under thanks to sinking birdies on five of his final nine holes prior to bogeying the par-4 18th.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
The most important one involves 18 football players at Nebraska over whether the CSC can exercise oversight over third-party NIL deals cut through schools' multimedia-rights holders, the likes of which are an increasingly popular way to execute the deals.
—ABC News, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for likes
Verb
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In the video, Reinsel touted union benefits and said the DeSantis administration wants to tamp down the influence of those who push back against its policies.—
Steven Walker,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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Carrington wants others to understand the importance of childcare and that jobs like hers are valuable and worth protecting.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Looking at sectors within revenue bonds, Norton prefers affordable housing and senior housing.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
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The Big Ten Conference reportedly also prefers a 24-team format, while the SEC wants to expand to 16 teams instead.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Junior pitcher Aleksandria Blanco enjoys a dramatic, concert-like effort for Oak Lawn.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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Such is the trust and affection that Attenborough enjoys in his native land that, were the monarchy to be abolished tomorrow and a President of the United Kingdom required in a rush, Attenborough would be the prime candidate.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
Verb
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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
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Planning a summer trip that pleases curious kids, energetic teens and grandparents who want a comfortable pace?—
Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Bowles loves watching people exit the arena with their empty Twigs.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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In terms of distribution, everyone loves to talk about what other companies are doing.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
12 May 2026
Verb
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The Pisces Moon trine Jupiter favors agreements, good timing, and ideas that travel well when spoken plainly.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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But DeSantis’ office intentionally broke up Black neighborhoods in District 20 as a justification for redrawing surrounding districts in a way that favors Republicans.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2026
Verb
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That’s the kind of conflict that nobody savors.—
Kristen Arnett,
Literary Hub,
7 May 2026
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Which, of course, has been a problem all along in a league that savors a race to the bottom.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In Lincolnwood, Ritu Uppal, the 60-year-old owner of a knickknack and home decor store, wishes decisionmakers would prioritize people who depend on malls more, rather than treat closures as business transactions.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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There is an option to connect to the public water system, if the next owner wishes and the home has a 1,000 gallon underground propane tank that is owned, not rented.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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“Likes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/likes. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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