as in like
positive regard for something
I have a liking for dark chocolate
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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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as in preferring
to show partiality toward
I like romantic comedies more than action movies
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as in enjoying
to take pleasure in
an adventuresome young woman who likes skydiving
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as in pleasing
to see fit
feel free to order whatever you like from the menu
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The Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2024
The futuristic-looking chassis with a honeycombed side and RGB loop lighting may not be to everyone’s liking.
—Matthew Buzzi, PCMAG, 8 Oct. 2024
When the host asked if Brynn had ever slept with anyone for money, Erin denied knowing anything about her finances and played too coy for Brynn's liking.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024
Other potential owners could, of course, adjust the layout to their liking.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2024
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Each unique republic has its own laws and regulations allowing people and individuals the freedom and liberty to move to a state or municipality of their liking.
—The Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2024
The futuristic-looking chassis with a honeycombed side and RGB loop lighting may not be to everyone’s liking.
—Matthew Buzzi, PCMAG, 8 Oct. 2024
When the host asked if Brynn had ever slept with anyone for money, Erin denied knowing anything about her finances and played too coy for Brynn's liking.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024
Other potential owners could, of course, adjust the layout to their liking.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liking
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Carey comes in behind titles from the likes of Jamiroquai, Doja Cat, Dizzee Rascal, and others.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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Mizz first shared a snippet of the track to his official TikTok page on Sept. 9 to the tune of 80,000 likes and 460,000 views.Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 30 Oct. 2024
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This preference is more popular amongst Millennials (67%) compared to Boomers (37%).Gary Drenik, Forbes, 10 Feb. 2023
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That preference was on display in August last year, when the KMT’s Hsia visited China amid lingering tensions over Pelosi’s visit.Bloomberg.com, Bloomberg.com, 7 Feb. 2023
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And there doesn't seem to be an appetite to put that law back in.Cheyenne Haslett, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2024
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But being able to consume as much as 70% of its body weight, the snake had a substantial appetite.Scott Travers, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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To say the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has become more international in recent years doesn’t quite paint a full enough picture of how tastes have changed.Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent parliamentary elections in Georgia, where the pro-Russian Georgian Dream party secured victory amid widespread reports of Russian interference, may have also given Moscow a taste of success.Clare Sebastian, CNN, 4 Nov. 2024
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The museum's focus is not only on bringing alive the story of Andersen's amazingly interesting life (filled with love, heartbreak and adventure) but also on taking you by the hand and plunging you headfirst on an immersive journey through Andersen’s bewitching stories.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
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Hale, Georgia’s campaign lead, said principles of justice and equality align with major faith teachings of love for God and one’s neighbor.Marc Ramirez, USA TODAY, 27 Oct. 2024
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Patches, gums and lozenges can take anywhere from a few minutes to half an hour to satiate a craving.Will Yakowicz, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
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Methadone has been shown to be better at reducing cravings but comes with a higher risk of overdose (more about this later).9 Side Effects of Suboxone vs. Methadone Both Suboxone and methadone come with side effects ranging from mild to life-threatening.Patricia Weiser, PharmD, Verywell Health, 25 Oct. 2024
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“Liking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liking. Accessed 10 Nov. 2024.
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