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as in then
in addition to what has been said
the owner of the restaurant is likewise the owner of the deli next door
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Relevance
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as in also
in like manner
I mind my own business, and you should do likewise
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Recent Examples of likewise
The Supreme Court has likewise acknowledged the vast political and historical significance of sports gambling legalization.
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Daniel Wallach, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Will American supporters do likewise in the 11 cities hosting World Cup games?
—Bobby Ghosh, Time, 1 June 2026
The Chicago White Sox likewise will see the Detroit Tigers for the first time this season when the teams meet for a three-game series at Rate Field.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
The rear bumper seems needlessly busy, and while the upper-half of the Cayenne Electric’s nose looks familiar and compelling, the rest is likewise a bit much.
—Tim Stevens, ArsTechnica, 26 May 2026
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Daniel Wallach, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Will American supporters do likewise in the 11 cities hosting World Cup games?
—Bobby Ghosh, Time, 1 June 2026
The Chicago White Sox likewise will see the Detroit Tigers for the first time this season when the teams meet for a three-game series at Rate Field.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
The rear bumper seems needlessly busy, and while the upper-half of the Cayenne Electric’s nose looks familiar and compelling, the rest is likewise a bit much.
—Tim Stevens, ArsTechnica, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for likewise
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Carter Hart entered this one as the first goaltender in Stanley Cup Final history to give up at least four goals in each of the first four games, then did it again to continue a difficult series while finishing with 20 saves.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2026
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That’s well above pre-war levels of around $70 but also safely below the recent peak of $114.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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Hezbollah has also continued its attacks.—
Parisa Hafezi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
Adverb
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Life without either, the pair determine, has left Leonora morose, maladjusted and desperate to claw her way back to the road not taken.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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Kelli’s speech at the party isn’t helping Shamea’s case, either.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
Adverb
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The trick is to do it gradually, so your body has time to recalibrate.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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Sarbananda Sonowal, India’s minister of ports, shipping and waterways, said the three seafarers on the Settebello had been confirmed dead, with two bodies recovered so far.—
Sarah Dean,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
Adverb
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And, besides, in the first half, there were scant other opportunities to cheer.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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And besides, acting like a contender has far more in common with the American sports mindset than seeking style points just for participation.—
Julian Cardillo,
Boston Herald,
9 June 2026
Adverb
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In 30 days, moreover, the new Iranian strait regime may already be firmly in place.—
Robert Kagan,
The Atlantic,
21 May 2026
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The world, moreover, has changed, and moved Spain’s way.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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“Likewise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/likewise. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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