to liken
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比較する, 例える
to compare or represent something as similar to something else
Transitive: to liken sth | to liken sth to sth
例
The author often likens the struggle of the protagonist to that of a mythical hero facing great challenges.
著者はしばしば主人公の苦闘を、大きな挑戦に直面する神話の英雄のそれに例える。
She frequently likens the taste of the exotic fruit to that of a mango.
彼女はよくそのエキゾチックなフルーツの味をマンゴーの味に例えます。
