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the likes of

/ðə laɪks əv/

翻译: 用于指代某一类型的人或事物,常暗示比较或相似,尤其当提及某人或某物作为该类别的例子时。

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/ðə laɪks əv/B2informal
  • zh用于指代某一类型的人或事物,常暗示比较或相似,尤其当提及某人或某物作为该类别的例子时。

A phrase used to refer to people or things of a particular type, often implying comparison or similarity, especially when mentioning someone or something as an example of a category.

  1. People or things of a certain typeB2informal

    Used to refer to people or things that are similar to a particular person or thing, often implying a high level of fame, skill, or notoriety.

    zh之类的人或物

    • We have never seen the likes of such a talented musician.
    • The likes of Einstein and Newton changed the world.
    • I don't associate with the likes of him.
  2. Such as (for examples)B2informal

    Used to introduce examples of a particular type of person or thing.

    zh诸如

    • She enjoys reading classic authors, the likes of Austen and Dickens.
    • The store sells luxury brands, the likes of Gucci and Prada.
    • He avoids fast food, the likes of McDonald's and KFC.