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I like neither vs I don't like either

Both sentences are correct, and they convey the same idea in different ways. 'I like neither' is used to express a negative preference for both options, while 'I don't like either' is used to indicate a lack of preference or positive feeling toward both options.
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I like neither

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express a negative preference for both options.

This phrase is used to indicate that you do not like any of the options presented. It is a straightforward way to express a negative preference.

Examples:

  • I like neither option, so I'll pass on both.
  • I like neither of the colors you suggested.

Alternatives:

  • I dislike both
  • I don't like either
  • I don't like any
  • I don't care for either
  • I'm not a fan of either

I don't like either

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate a lack of preference or positive feeling towards both options.

This phrase is used to express a neutral stance towards two or more options, without necessarily implying a negative preference. It can indicate a lack of interest or enthusiasm.

Examples:

  • I don't like either of the desserts on the menu.
  • I don't like either of the movies playing tonight.
  • I don't like either of the two clocks.
  • I don't like either of these.
  • I don't like either one.
  • I think I don't like either of you.
  • I don't like either option.
  • Cause I guess I don't like either ones.
  • Because right now I don't like either one of us.
  • And you've got a few habits I don't like either.
  • I have known you both for years, and I don't like either of you 90% of the time.
  • But now that they're breaking the law, they're hurting people, now I don't like either of them.
  • Look, Stell, I don't like either one of you best, but I did love you first.
  • The character of the father shows us that we have a very narrow concept of masculinity and put a lot of pressure on men, which I don't like either.
  • I will say that I like the modern Picard piece better than the old YSL piece although I don't like either of them.
  • I don't like either.
  • I don't like either of 'em.
  • I don't like either of them.

Alternatives:

  • I have no preference for either
  • I'm indifferent to both
  • I'm neutral towards both
  • I'm not fond of either
  • I'm not particularly keen on either

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