1
as in comparing
to describe as similar
he generally likened a root canal to some horrible form of torture
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2
as in equating
to regard or represent as equal or comparable
I think that we can liken the two pianists, at least in terms of natural talent
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as in comparison
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for likening
Verb
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Take time to research lenders, comparing terms, rates and customer reviews to find one that fits your business needs.—
Chris Scharman,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024 -
The research is thought to be the first head-to-head study comparing the two popular injectable weight-loss medicines, and its findings could help doctors prescribe the two GLP-1 drugs in a more efficient way.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
27 Dec. 2024
Noun
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In comparison, 62% of all Mamdani voters said they were driven by his pro-Palestinian advocacy, according to another recent poll by the Institute for Middle East Understanding Policy Project.—
Shira Li Bartov,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Aug. 2025
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The Main Street Caucus has a bit of a misleading reputation in the House: It’s known as more moderate among Republican groups, but that’s largely by comparison with the hardline Freedom Caucus.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
4 Aug. 2025
Noun
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To use another football analogy, sort of like the NBA’s version of spring football.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
19 July 2025
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The analogy might be hokey, but the sentiment makes some sense.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
16 July 2025
Noun
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Hoyer’s next task will be to ensure that Tucker remains in Wrigley Field for the foreseeable future, the final part of the equation.—
Jack Magruder,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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If the Steelers want to lean into more man coverage, the young inside linebacker will be an important part of the equation, just as much as the additions in the secondary.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
29 July 2025
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“Likening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/likening. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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