would like

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Verb

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would like

  1. (transitive) To want; to desire (used to form polite requests, suggestions etc.)
    Would you like some tea or coffee?
  2. (intransitive) Used to politely express a want or desire [with infinitive].
    I would like to congratulate you on your results.
    I would like to go swimming tomorrow.

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