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as in joy
a source of great satisfaction
tourists enjoying the delectations of this tropical paradise for the first time
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as in enjoyment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
a musical concert was presented for the delectation of the guests
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Recent Examples of delectation
Magnificent, with a thundering equine climax for adult delectation.
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Armond White, National Review, 28 June 2023
Six years before Die Hard’s John McClane ran barefoot over broken glass at Nakatomi Plaza, Stallone had punished himself for the audience’s delectation in First Blood, kicking off the craze for one-man-army thrillers.
—Vulture, 3 Aug. 2022
In fact, Saul is a performance artist, and what is performed upon him, for the delectation of a jaded audience, is surgery.
—The New Yorker, 3 June 2022
Harry Haft was a Polish Jew who made it through Auschwitz by fighting other inmates for the delectation of Nazi officers.
—Vulture, 9 June 2022
That episode winds up coming full circle to involve Saul and Caprice in a stunt that will put their competitors (a dervish-dancing man who has sprouted multiple ears; a woman who mutilates herself for the delectation of the elite) to shame.
—Ann Hornaday, Washington Post, 1 June 2022
That show presented the cultures of colonized peoples in Africa and Asia for the delectation of bourgeois westerners, spurring a profound counter-reaction among Asian and African intellectuals.
—Washington Post, 22 Apr. 2022
In a 1785 painting, the bend of her body and her over-the-shoulder glance invite delectation; her white garb conjures Ancient Greece or Rome.
—Cate McQuaid, BostonGlobe.com, 8 Feb. 2022
Herewith, for your holiday-reading delectation, a list of 31 notable long-form pieces from 2021.
—Mark Robinson, Wired, 22 Dec. 2021
Armond White, National Review, 28 June 2023
Six years before Die Hard’s John McClane ran barefoot over broken glass at Nakatomi Plaza, Stallone had punished himself for the audience’s delectation in First Blood, kicking off the craze for one-man-army thrillers.
—Vulture, 3 Aug. 2022
In fact, Saul is a performance artist, and what is performed upon him, for the delectation of a jaded audience, is surgery.
—The New Yorker, 3 June 2022
Harry Haft was a Polish Jew who made it through Auschwitz by fighting other inmates for the delectation of Nazi officers.
—Vulture, 9 June 2022
That episode winds up coming full circle to involve Saul and Caprice in a stunt that will put their competitors (a dervish-dancing man who has sprouted multiple ears; a woman who mutilates herself for the delectation of the elite) to shame.
—Ann Hornaday, Washington Post, 1 June 2022
That show presented the cultures of colonized peoples in Africa and Asia for the delectation of bourgeois westerners, spurring a profound counter-reaction among Asian and African intellectuals.
—Washington Post, 22 Apr. 2022
In a 1785 painting, the bend of her body and her over-the-shoulder glance invite delectation; her white garb conjures Ancient Greece or Rome.
—Cate McQuaid, BostonGlobe.com, 8 Feb. 2022
Herewith, for your holiday-reading delectation, a list of 31 notable long-form pieces from 2021.
—Mark Robinson, Wired, 22 Dec. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delectation
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Rappers Coi Leray and Trippie Redd are expecting a bundle of joy!Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 2 Jan. 2025
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Similarly, a budget isn't about depriving yourself of all joys but about aligning your spending with the things that genuinely matter to you.Tiffany Grant, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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Neuroscience shows that enjoyment boosts engagement and productivity.William Arruda, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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This farce is brought to you by clueless NCAA and college athletic administrators who have severely damaged the enjoyment and credibility of college football.Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
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This was such a pleasure and it's been a true delight talking with both of you.Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 9 Jan. 2025
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Eventually, the baby will get to explore her larger outdoor enclosure, no doubt to the delight of her adoring fans.Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Still, no character is more transformed than José (portrayed by Diego Vásquez in later episodes), who becomes hyper-focused on his inventions and alchemy instead of the contentment of his wife and children.Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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His Holiness the Dalai Lama says there are two ways to reach contentment.Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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The appointment, announced on the Catholic feast of the Epiphany, positions McElroy at the forefront of the U.S. Catholic Church as Donald Trump begins his second term as president.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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The sailors’ splashes and cries, along with the debris from the sinking ship, likely signaled to the sharks that an easy feast was at hand.Scott Travers, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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From a once-in-a-lifetime experience to the simplest pleasures, each is indelibly etched into our memory.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
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What a remarkable life and what an impact Jimmy Carter had on this country and those who had the pleasure of meeting him and knowing him.ABC NEWS, ABC News, 31 Dec. 2024
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Yet beyond its inviting waters is another treat, a vibrant culinary scene shaped by Maya, Mestizo, Creole, and Garifuna traditions.Kaila Yu, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Whether making a festive basket for your significant other or dishing out sweet treats at a holiday party, there’s no easier way to add a heartfelt touch to seasonal celebrations.Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2025
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Employee satisfaction scores of 90%—proof that efficient self-service tools can drive real impact.Tom Eggemeier, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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Oh, and there’s no prize, except the quiet satisfaction of a job well done.The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Delectation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delectation. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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