Phrase guide

to someone's liking

prep_phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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prep_phrase

Meaning 1

In a pleasing state or form.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Near-synonym: to one's mind (archaic sense)
  • They are always keen to ensure that the food is to your liking in this restaurant.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: to someone's taste, to one's mind

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: olla makuun (jonkun) — in a pleasing state or form
  • Finnish: olla mieleen (jonkun) — in a pleasing state or form
  • Polish: wedle upodobania — in a pleasing state or form