likes of, the

Idioms  

1. 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]

2. see likes of.

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Example Sentences

With Wolves and Burnley almost certainly set to occupy the bottom two places at the end of the season, and the likes of the Hammers, Nottingham Forest, and Leeds still at risk too, Spurs are by no means favourites for the drop.

From BBC

In somewhat rapid succession, Joseph lost his father, Keven Davis, an accomplished attorney who represented the likes of the Williams sisters and Wynton Marsalis, in 2012, and his brother Noah in 2015.

From Los Angeles Times

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.

From The Wall Street Journal

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