like that
Idioms-
In that way or manner, having those characteristics, as in I told him not to talk to her like that , or I wish I could, like Dick, tell you what I really think, but I'm not like that . [Late 1800s]
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See just like that .
Example Sentences
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"But I am not like that," the reporter replied.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
“Having vets like Kelsey Plum and Erica Wheeler around a young guard like that is a tremendous opportunity for her,” Sparks general manager Raegan Pebley said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
“I don’t like that I don’t have total control of my left hand or the grip wasn’t as strong. If I feel like I’m not at my best — it’s very scary,” Lee said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
It's maybe when you get into academies and stuff like that then you start to think about doing it more seriously and thinking of the level you're at.
From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026
I know I don’t need the fish like he said, but I do like that he wanted to win it for me.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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