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Do something like that

🇬🇧 UK //duː ˈsʌmθɪŋ laɪk ðæt// 🇺🇸 US //du ˈsʌmθɪŋ laɪk ðæt//

Meaning of Do something like that

To perform an action similar to something previously mentioned.

In simple words: do something similar to that

Do something like that in a sentence

• I think we should do something like that for our project.
• Can you show me how to do something like that?
• They wanted to do something like that for fun.

How to use Do something like that

Use this phrase when suggesting or mentioning actions similar to what was just discussed. It's more casual, so avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

do + something like that

Memory hint

Imagine doing an action and saying, 'Just like that!'

Related words

Collocations with Do something like that

• do something like that again
• want to do something like that
• try to do something like that

Synonyms for Do something like that

• do something similar
• take that action
• act like that

Opposites of Do something like that

• avoid doing that
• refrain from doing that
• do something different

Common mistakes with Do something like that

• Confusing 'do something like that' with 'do something such as that'
• Using it in overly formal settings
• Forgetting the context when 'that' refers to a specific action

Frequently asked questions about Do something like that

What does Do something like that mean?

do something similar to that

What is the definition of Do something like that?

To perform an action similar to something previously mentioned.

How do you use Do something like that in a sentence?

I think we should do something like that for our project.

Can you give another example of Do something like that?

Can you show me how to do something like that?

What are synonyms for Do something like that?

Common alternatives include do something similar, take that action, act like that.

What is the opposite of Do something like that?

Opposite meanings include avoid doing that, refrain from doing that, do something different.

What words go with Do something like that?

It commonly pairs with do something like that again, want to do something like that, try to do something like that.

What are common mistakes when using Do something like that?

Confusing 'do something like that' with 'do something such as that' Using it in overly formal settings Forgetting the context when 'that' refers to a specific action

How do you pronounce Do something like that?

US: //du ˈsʌmθɪŋ laɪk ðæt//, UK: //duː ˈsʌmθɪŋ laɪk ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Do something like that?

Use this phrase when suggesting or mentioning actions similar to what was just discussed. It's more casual, so avoid in formal writing.