dislike

Example Sentences

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Investors tend to dislike large merger deals that include stock, because the number of shares outstanding increases.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

One can think Amy Madigan’s performance in “Weapons” was great and still dislike the film.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026

Capitalists may celebrate growth, but they dislike competition.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

It is also possible that some voters will dislike any whiff of disloyalty and division and express themselves accordingly.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

Olanna looked at him, from his halo of hair to his slender toes in leather sandals, alarmed that she could feel this burst of dislike for someone she loved.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie