likes of, the
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Also, the like of one. An equivalent or very similar person or thing; an equal or match. For example, I've never seen the likes of this before, or We'll never see his like again. This expression today is almost always put in a negative context. [Mid-1500s]
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see likes of.
Example Sentences
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In the days since the latest batch of Epstein emails was released, the list of Wasserman clients announcing their departures had grown, ranging from the likes of the singer Chappell Roan to the U.S. women’s soccer star Abby Wambach.
Patrick Barclay:, external A celebrated football journalist for the likes of the Observer, the Sunday Telegraph and the Times, he was also a regular on Sky Sports and wrote biographies on Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho.
From BBC
John Curtis:, external A sports journalist for the likes of the Press Association, he also served in various roles linked to Worcestershire County Cricket Club.
From BBC
Ron Steen:, external Wrote for the likes of the Guardian, Wisden Cricketer and Cricinfo and was a former deputy sports editor of the Sunday Times.
From BBC
Scottish Labour, who have also tabled a separate motion of no confidence, reasoned that they would have several days to convince the likes of the Greens and Liberal Democrats to come onboard.
From BBC
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