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
Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 27 Apr. 2026
If your cat likes poultry or fish, pick a low-protein food with that flavor.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2026
So Voncannon likes to make room for both chit-chat and serious play.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 27 Apr. 2026
As a critic, Edwards likes to give a thorough summary and then make a clear, concise case for a book.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
And for whatever reason, the other side likes men in women's sports.
—CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Paton likes to say building a roster is a year-round job, and Denver will look everywhere from undrafted free agency to the United Football League to evaluate more options.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
According to the rescue, Dug likes to show off his skills by lifting his front paws while sitting.
—Our Companions, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2026
But general manager Joe Hortiz likes doing that, and turned what would have been a quiet weekend — two selections on Day 3 — into a six-pick bonanza.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Zak Keefer, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
The second-generation NFL playmaker can push the likes of Jalen Coker, Xavier Legette and John Metchie in camp.
—Mike Kaye
april 26, Charlotte Observer, 26 Apr. 2026
On Thursday, the response arrived on the pages of The Wall Street Journal, rather friendlier to the likes of Griffin than Mamdani’s City Hall.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
Sankofa is located only a few minutes away from Howard University, one of the country’s most prestigious historically Black colleges, which has seen the likes of Thurgood Marshall, Toni Morrison, and Roberta Flack among many other legendary names pass through its corridors.
—Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
On Instagram, the post had garnered nearly 2,000 likes and over 300 comments by Saturday morning.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
The film features sensational standout performances, especially from the likes of Wilson and Pham.
—Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 25 Apr. 2026
A lot of people will watch this in the context of the likes of Adolescence, for example.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 24 Apr. 2026
Certainly, better days are ahead for the likes of Duran, Story and Anthony.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
Verb
Trump likes Charles and royal pomp, but there are potential flashpoints, not least the administration’s recent comments about UK sovereignty over the Falkland Islands.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 27 Apr. 2026
If your cat likes poultry or fish, pick a low-protein food with that flavor.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2026
So Voncannon likes to make room for both chit-chat and serious play.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 27 Apr. 2026
As a critic, Edwards likes to give a thorough summary and then make a clear, concise case for a book.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
And for whatever reason, the other side likes men in women's sports.
—CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Paton likes to say building a roster is a year-round job, and Denver will look everywhere from undrafted free agency to the United Football League to evaluate more options.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
According to the rescue, Dug likes to show off his skills by lifting his front paws while sitting.
—Our Companions, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2026
But general manager Joe Hortiz likes doing that, and turned what would have been a quiet weekend — two selections on Day 3 — into a six-pick bonanza.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Noun
With the likes of Arch Manning (Texas), Dante Moore (Oregon), Julian Sayin (Ohio State) and LaNorris Sellers (South Carolina) expected to be available, there are rumblings the 2027 class could rival the 2024 edition that produced Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye and Bo Nix.
—Zak Keefer, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
The second-generation NFL playmaker can push the likes of Jalen Coker, Xavier Legette and John Metchie in camp.
—Mike Kaye
april 26, Charlotte Observer, 26 Apr. 2026
On Thursday, the response arrived on the pages of The Wall Street Journal, rather friendlier to the likes of Griffin than Mamdani’s City Hall.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
Sankofa is located only a few minutes away from Howard University, one of the country’s most prestigious historically Black colleges, which has seen the likes of Thurgood Marshall, Toni Morrison, and Roberta Flack among many other legendary names pass through its corridors.
—Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
On Instagram, the post had garnered nearly 2,000 likes and over 300 comments by Saturday morning.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
The film features sensational standout performances, especially from the likes of Wilson and Pham.
—Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 25 Apr. 2026
A lot of people will watch this in the context of the likes of Adolescence, for example.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 24 Apr. 2026
Certainly, better days are ahead for the likes of Duran, Story and Anthony.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for likes
Verb
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Say that a presidential candidate wants to create universal prekindergarten, implement a comprehensive parental-leave policy, lower the Medicare-eligibility age, and invest in clean energy and cancer research.—
Annie Lowrey,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2026
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In the state’s email to Abruzzo seeking to know more about the reserves, Fennell didn’t specify why the state wants the information.—
Abigail Hasebroock,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Missy prefers to handle it herself.—
Kendall Malinchock,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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On the other hand, Brendnetta Ashley, a hairstylist in San Fransisco, prefers to use a curl cream, which is gentler on hair than regular edge gels and pomades.—
Danielle James,
Allure,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Irina enjoys several advantages over her comrades, chief among them her past as a high-ranking KGB officer.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
24 Apr. 2026
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In addition to reading and medicine, Paz enjoys giving back.—
Jan Goldsmith,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Waldmann Brewery makes a great date night, and Dark Horse’s burger pleases young adults.—
Jess Fleming,
Twin Cities,
23 Apr. 2026
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This savory and sweet jam is easy to make and pleases a crowd.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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University of Oregon chemist Christopher Hendon loves his coffee—so much so that studying all the factors that go into creating the perfect cuppa constitutes a significant area of research for him.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 Apr. 2026
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The gorgeous Monarch butterfly loves this flower in particular.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Kuwait remain inside OPEC not because the quota system favors them, but because OPEC is, in practice, their instrument.—
Wael Mahdi,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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The revenge literature Garber favors works on a longer timeline and a more ambitious scale, targeting not private malefactors but figures of authority.—
Charlie Tyson,
The Atlantic,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The scenic design by Paul Tate dePOO III savors the show’s Grand Guignol flavors while leaving plenty of flexibility for antic comedy.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Come lunch, Hall savors a wrap sandwich stuffed with hummus and mixed greens, and dinner is air-fryer barbecue chicken thighs, roasted broccoli, and brown basmati rice.—
Karla Walsh,
Southern Living,
19 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The feature, which Barker wrote, directed and edited, is a Monkey’s Paw style tale of a young man who wishes that his friend would love him more than anything in the world, with the results ending in spooky disaster.—
Aaron Couch,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Apr. 2026
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Mohan admits she had been distracted by personal problems, and wishes Robby well on his sabbatical.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Likes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/likes. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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