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as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a delightful rendition of our favorite song
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as in amusing
providing amusement or enjoyment
we had a delightful time at the party
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Recent Examples of delightful
Hornets broadcaster Eric Collins is delightful and hilarious on his calls.
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Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
This autonomy is rare and delightful, especially for blind visitors like me who have often been limited to a few select objects in galleries.
—M. Leona Godin, AFAR Media, 3 Jan. 2025
Silver Linings Playbook watch on max Singin’ in the Rain
Year: 1952
Runtime: 1h 43m
Director: Stanley Donen
Movies don’t get more delightful than this beloved classic about backstage drama on the advent of the talkie.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 3 Jan. 2025
The trip abounds with delightful and humorous moments.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 29 Dec. 2024
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Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
This autonomy is rare and delightful, especially for blind visitors like me who have often been limited to a few select objects in galleries.
—M. Leona Godin, AFAR Media, 3 Jan. 2025
Silver Linings Playbook watch on max Singin’ in the Rain
Year: 1952
Runtime: 1h 43m
Director: Stanley Donen
Movies don’t get more delightful than this beloved classic about backstage drama on the advent of the talkie.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 3 Jan. 2025
The trip abounds with delightful and humorous moments.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 29 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delightful
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Guides say the South Fork of the American River is a perfect introduction to river rafting, thanks to its evocative scenery, relatively mild Class III rapids and proximity to campgrounds and the pleasant town of Placerville.Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025
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The Gage Hotel Just north of the park in Marathon, find The Gage Hotel, which offers a pleasant Texas experience and upscale amenities, including the high-end 12 Gage Restaurant, a barbeque restaurant, and a bar.Carrie Dennis, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2024
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Picaresque, amusing, and brisk, this is a worldly hangout novel of 21st-century manners.Vogue, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
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Jeon Seok-ho is consistently amusing as Woo-seok, an excitable small-time criminal who joins Jun-ho in the search for the island.Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 26 Dec. 2024
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Delicata squash offers an edible skin that's delicious after roasting.Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2025
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Olesya's Wine Bar & Bistro, 18 Exchequer St, Dublin, Olesya's offers cheese plates that are delicious and fresh.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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This makes your puzzling experience easier and more fun.Fox News, Fox News, 2 Jan. 2025
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And, like, this possession kinda thing, like, that’s just fun to talk about.Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 2 Jan. 2025
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The gold coloring on the leaves can be striking and offers a nice splash of color on the seemingly endless sea of green that comprises the rest of the low-maintenance houseplant category.Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2025
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What’s nice are the small, thoughtful touches—most rooms have big patios with hammocks.David Hochman, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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There, the Wicked costars embraced one another for a sweet photo.Charna Flam, People.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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The caption layered over the sweet footage explains that Megan shares the baby with her fiancé, but that doesn't stop her ex-husband from loving him too.Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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This can prompt a decision to name the baby after a grandparent or choose a name that is pleasing to a grandparent.Mia Taylor, Parents, 9 Jan. 2025
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But the replicas are more than marketing made pleasing to the eye.Rosa Rahimi, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
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Lisa Sandlin’s tale offers a satisfying take on reinvention, courage, and dropping judgment.Staff, The Christian Science Monitor, 6 Jan. 2025
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The Wagyu with uni mayo is incredibly succulent and the selection of sushi is well balanced and satisfying.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delightful. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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