as in like
positive regard for something
I have a liking for dark chocolate
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1
as in wanting
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 preferring
to show partiality toward
I like romantic comedies more than action movies
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3
as in enjoying
to take pleasure in
an adventuresome young woman who likes skydiving
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4
as in pleasing
to see fit
feel free to order whatever you like from the menu
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Recent Examples of liking
Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2025
Close the jar, refrigerate and let pickle for 2 to 3 days, or more, tasting the onions occasionally until they’re pickled to your liking.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 28 Oct. 2025
Eli Thompson, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2025
From that point on, the two were inseparable, despite liking rival NFL teams.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 17 Oct. 2025
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Noun
The spicy oil is the right amount of spice for my liking.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2025
Close the jar, refrigerate and let pickle for 2 to 3 days, or more, tasting the onions occasionally until they’re pickled to your liking.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 28 Oct. 2025
Verb
Before long, strangers are watching, liking, and commenting on a moment that was meant to be private.
—Eli Thompson, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2025
From that point on, the two were inseparable, despite liking rival NFL teams.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 17 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liking
Noun
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The couple was recently named the ship's godparents, an honor that's also been held by the likes of Princess Diana and Audrey Hepburn.—
Mackenzie Schmidt,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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That could mean more opportunities for the likes of Bo Jackson and Isaiah West, while Purdue quarterback Ryan Browne will be desperate to carve out opportunities and keep head coach Barry Odom’s side in contention as long as possible.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Anyone wanting to argue the riches of European films need go no further than the new talents spotlighted at this year’s Seville European Film Festival which launched last year a Rampa section for first and second features and has added short films to its lineup in 2025.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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Fans wanting to go to games will enter from Gate 2 on the north side of the football stadium and will go through security screenings there before entering the arena on the south side of the building.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Last season’s Celtics forced the fourth-fewest turnovers and ranked 24th in opponent turnover rate, preferring to defend conservatively and limit free-throw attempts.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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The overtures backfired, with Sheridan preferring a less corporate approach.—
Tatiana Siegel,
Variety,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Austin Reaves is enjoying the best stretch of his NBA career, and Redick has seen contributions from a variety of players night after night.—
Cole Sullivan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Lomax not only wrote the song but also stars in the commercial, which portrays him enjoying the Biggie Bag combo meal, a scene that turns into a lively celebration of music and food.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Thanksgiving is the perfect time to break out the baking dishes and make one of our many crowd-pleasing casserole recipes.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
2 Nov. 2025
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Propheter notes that Denver has a simple, if costly, option for pleasing bondholders.—
Justin Wingerter,
Denver Post,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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George's only preference would be for the team to pick up more wins.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Those who didn’t love this one said their preference is to not have the whole fruit pieces.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The redistricting targets five Republican representatives and would create more Democratic seats in California, thus neutralizing a Republican-favoring redistricting plan in Texas.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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Meanwhile, the broader mule trend has stayed minimal — Hailey Bieber, Selena Gomez, and others favoring thin straps and low, polished heels.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Lopedote, who lived in Havelock, is remembered as a loving caretaker, generous cook and homemade gift-giver in an online obituary.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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But her intended target turns out to be her husband, who is suddenly revealed to be starkly different from the loving family man Nadia has known.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Liking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liking. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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