as in appetites
positive regard for something
I have a liking for dark chocolate
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Noun
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Perhaps their appetites have shrunk due to changing bodies, or hormones or medication.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026 -
Is the fact that Nvidia shares can’t get out of their own way — and that bitcoin has been dead money since two weeks after the 2024 election — a danger side for risk appetites and the broader tape?—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The clip, which has amassed over 14 million views and nearly 3 million likes, shows the little girl, who was only 4 days old at the time, with a grumpy expression on her face as her brother leans in for the smooch.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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The bag has also been seen on the likes of Katie Holmes and Naomi Watts.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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If your tastes swing more to the chocolate side of the scale, try these Chocolate Kiss Cookies on Valentine's Day instead.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 Jan. 2026
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Memphis' 2026 food calendar offers something for all tastes.—
Jacob Wilt,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Families or groups of people with different interests can visit and pursue activities that match their preferences and comfort levels.—
Bill Bootz,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
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Neither drink is proven better for gut health, so the best choice depends on your taste preferences and dietary needs.—
Lindsey DeSoto,
Health,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Their online parlance is punctuated by empty enthusiasms, vicious aspersions, and obvious hypocrisies that rarely matter.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Likings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/likings. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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