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to like
01

to feel that someone or something is good, enjoyable, or interesting

Transitive: to like sb/sth
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He does n't like the feeling of being rushed.
Despite everything I did for him, I do n't think he likes me.
1.1

to show support for or interest in a post shared on social media, a blog, etc. by tapping a specific button

Transitive: to like a social media content
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He liked her tweet on Twitter.
I liked your picture on Instagram.
02

to express one's desire or want for something

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Design your website with whatever layout you like.
Feel free to choose any movie you like.
2.1

to wish for or want something, especially used with would or should as a polite formula

Transitive: to like to do sth
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He would like to speak with the manager.
I should like to visit Italy someday.
2.2

to prefer something or to prefer something done in a certain way

Complex Transitive: to like sth [adj]
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I like my coffee black, without any sugar or cream.
How do you like your steak cooked?
03

to be suitable or agreeable to someone or something

Transitive: to like sth
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He likes spicy food, but his stomach does n't like it.
We like camping, but mosquitoes and bugs do n't like us.
01

used to indicate that something or someone shares the same qualities or features to another

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He fights like a lion, fierce and brave.
It tastes like honey, sweet and smooth.
02

used in a question asking for a description of someone or something

03

used to provide an example

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She studies subjects like math, science, and history.
They have hobbies like painting, gardening, and knitting.
04

used to indicate a typical characteristic or quality of someone or something

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It ’s just like you to make a joke in a serious situation.
It ’s just like him to complain about everything.
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used to indicate the manner or way of doing something

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What were you thinking leaving without saying goodbye like that.
Like
01

something by which a person can show their interest in or approval of a post shared on social media, a blog, etc. by tapping a specific button

like definition and meaning

What is a "like"?

A like refers to an expression of approval, enjoyment, or interest in something. It is commonly used on social media platforms to show that someone appreciates or enjoys a post, photo, or comment. When someone clicks the "like" button, they are indicating that they approve of or find the content appealing.

02

a kind of person

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a similar kind

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a set of things one enjoys or has a tendency for

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His likes include playing guitar, hiking, and reading science fiction.
They discovered they had many likes in common, such as a love for jazz music.
01

identical or nearly the same in appearance, characteristics, etc.

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Jenny and her sister have like personalities; they both enjoy outdoor activities and have a cheerful demeanor.
They formed a club for people of like mind.
02

equal in amount or value

03

suggesting similarities in qualities or appearance

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The dress she wore was elegant and ladylike.
His behavior was dog-like, loyal and friendly.
04

conforming in every respect

01

used as a filler word or hesitation marker

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I was, like, so nervous before the exam.
It ’s, like, the best pizza I ’ve ever had.
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used as a filler in conversation, often to add emphasis, provide examples, or express approximation

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It's, like, really hard to explain what happened.
It's, like, the best movie I've ever seen.
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used to introduce a comparison or analogy between two things, indicating similarity or resemblance

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She dances like her mother does.
They negotiate deals like diplomats negotiate treaties.
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as if, used to describe the way something is done

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He defended his argument like he was in a courtroom facing a jury.
The child clung to his mother like he was afraid of being swept away by the crowd.
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