like for like
Example Sentences
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He committed to building like for like — each new house similar in size to the one it replaces — and to building them individually with high-quality materials and no ADUs.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026
Lysol maker Reckitt Benckiser RKT -3.46%decrease; red down pointing triangle booked a rise in first-quarter like for like revenue, helped by strong emerging markets growth, though a weak cold-and-flu season in Europe hurt performance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 22, 2026
A counter application has been submitted by MVL Properties, Electric Group's parent company, to have them reinstated "like for like" in the event of demolition.
From BBC ● Dec. 18, 2024
Paul Arguin and Chris Taylor, authors of the new “Fabulous Modern Cookies,” support a well-placed swap of like for like, saving money and frazzle.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 5, 2022
This is but like for like, good father-in-law; now I am in the pulpit, it is your turn to hold your tongue.
From The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 07 by Sir Walter Scott
