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I start to like vs I'm starting to like

Both "I start to like" and "I'm starting to like" are correct, but they are written in different tenses. "I start to like" is a simple present tense construction, while "I'm starting to like" is a present continuous tense construction. The choice between them depends on whether you want to express a general habit or a current action.

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Last updated: July 10, 2024 • 63900 views

I start to like

This phrase is correct but is used to express a general habit or routine.

This phrase is used to talk about a habitual action or a general tendency to like something.

Examples:

I start to like coffee more and more as I grow older.
She starts to like reading books when she has free time.

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Last updated: October 23, 2024

Aug 6, 2024 ... Ahhhh I start to like this manga really bad · Comments Section · Community Info Section · More posts you may like.
Jun 7, 2020 ... Why do I lose interest in a girl when she likes me back, and why do I start to like them when they lose interest? All related (36). Recommended.
Mar 20, 2017 ... Will I start to like unsweetened tea better over time? I used to always drink tea with 3 spoons of sugar. Then I switched to honey years ago ...
Feb 4, 2019 ... When a girl starts to likes me, automatically I become less interested, but when she starts pulling away I start to like her and become more ...
Feb 6, 2024 ... 488 likes, 1 comments - meme_biathlon on February 6, 2024: "Wow, did I start to like posting reels or what? I wasn't here to post about the ...
I start to like lichess. 1 2. Last. Sort: Oldest. Newest, Oldest, Relevance · korotky_trinity. Dec 21, 2021. 0. #1. Guys, you can make Computer's analysis ...
Jan 18, 2020 ... I finally draw Cinderace. I start to like this pokemon's design more, and here it is in my style ^____^
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[Daily] When and why did I start to like Tartaglia?. chiravillage. 03/21(Edited). Follow. From Tartaglia Badge. Alright.. thanks "post inspiration" that ...

Alternatives:

I like
I tend to like
I usually like
I often like
I have started to like

I'm starting to like

This phrase is correct and is used to express a current action of beginning to like something.

This phrase is used to talk about a change in feelings or preferences that is happening at the moment.

Examples:

I'm starting to like this new music genre.
She's starting to like the idea of traveling alone.

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Last updated: October 23, 2024

May 23, 2018 ... I'm starting to like classical music on a "logical" level, but I don't "feel" it. Any help? Hi, I've started listenning to classical music ...
Feb 15, 2023 ... What does it mean when a guy says "I'm starting to like you"? All related (37).
Dec 30, 2023 ... Never thought this would happen but I'm starting to like country music. Aside from a few Johnny Cash records, I was never a fan of county ...
Jun 20, 2020 ... 81 likes, 5 comments - chef_pellegrino on June 20, 2020: "I'm starting to like the plancha more than the grill?
Mar 25, 2015 ... I'm in a relationship, but I'm starting to like another boy. What do I do? You say:.
Why I'm starting to like Git - Part 1. 2016-03-22. Git. Some people love it, others hate it. I have to admit that I was in the camp of the haters.
Mar 22, 2023 ... 738 likes, 11 comments - talkinjake on March 22, 2023: "Well Dressed Wednesday I'm starting to like shoes. I'm starting to love jomboy ...
“I'm Starting to Like the Weird Stuff”. Judith May 2, 2022 May 1, 2022 Abstract Art, Art by Judith, Art Studio, Miscellaneous, Mixed media ...
2 days ago ... I Think I'm Starting to Like The Fair Giro · I'm Starting to Like The Carnival · I Dont Think I Like The Fair Very Much · Im Really Starting to ...

Alternatives:

I'm beginning to like
I'm getting to like
I'm starting to enjoy
I'm starting to appreciate
I'm starting to develop a liking for

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