Examples of liken in a Sentence
he generally likened a root canal to some horrible form of torture
I think that we can liken the two pianists, at least in terms of natural talent.
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But several others took a more critical stance, instead likening his actions to market manipulation.
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Alex Harring,luke Fountain,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
The builder likens the system to an air fryer, which is almost enough to put you off your French fries.
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Adam Williams
july 01,
New Atlas,
1 July 2026
One former employee likened him to Bill Clinton, recognized for knowing how to work a crowd and making everyone feel completely engaged.
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Sebastian Herrera,
Fortune,
27 June 2026
Evidence in the court cases revealed some of the tech companies' inner workings, including communications of employees who likened their products to drugs and casinos.
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ABC News,
26 June 2026
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Alex Harring,luke Fountain,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
The builder likens the system to an air fryer, which is almost enough to put you off your French fries.
—
Adam Williams
july 01,
New Atlas,
1 July 2026
One former employee likened him to Bill Clinton, recognized for knowing how to work a crowd and making everyone feel completely engaged.
—
Sebastian Herrera,
Fortune,
27 June 2026
Evidence in the court cases revealed some of the tech companies' inner workings, including communications of employees who likened their products to drugs and casinos.
—
ABC News,
26 June 2026
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“Liken.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/liken. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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