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as in enjoyable
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a pleasurable hot bath after a tiring day
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as in fun
providing amusement or enjoyment
a number of pleasurable additions to the state fair this year
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Recent Examples of pleasurable
Using a wealth of archival footage, this deeply pleasurable documentary paints a dazzling portrait of Rossellini across the years leading up to his death in 1977, and is an ecstatic, cinephilic tribute to one of world cinema’s true titans.
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Zac Ntim, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2026
Spoken words, brisk rhythms, and the pleasurable frictions of dissonance all remained frothy and intact.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
But the books are a rich starting point for a group exploration of how schools create a pleasurable collective identity – for some, at least – while simultaneously shaping and celebrating students’ division and inequalities.
—Michael A Messner, The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026
Threat-space becomes meaningfully navigable and decision-making pleasurable.
—Simon Denny, Artforum, 20 Apr. 2026
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Zac Ntim, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2026
Spoken words, brisk rhythms, and the pleasurable frictions of dissonance all remained frothy and intact.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
But the books are a rich starting point for a group exploration of how schools create a pleasurable collective identity – for some, at least – while simultaneously shaping and celebrating students’ division and inequalities.
—Michael A Messner, The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026
Threat-space becomes meaningfully navigable and decision-making pleasurable.
—Simon Denny, Artforum, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleasurable
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Other places have been enjoyable safe havens for him beyond Paycor Stadium.—
Paul Dehner Jr,
New York Times,
7 July 2025
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Independence Day parades, fireworks, flag flying, patriotic songs, picnics in the park, backyard barbecues, pool parties and all such equally enjoyable family and community activities are wonderful, beneficial and necessary.—
James Coffin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 July 2025
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Watching teams and players decide when to challenge and when not to has been fun, and keeping track of who’s good at it has been entertaining, as well.—
Jim Bowden,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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That was a fun one, with both teams staying aggressive throughout the match.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
16 June 2026
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These dessert bars offer a delightful combination of sweet and salty notes, with a satisfying crunch followed by a pleasant chewiness.—
Amanda Stanfield,
Southern Living,
10 Dec. 2025
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The treatment was pleasant and completely painless—already a winner on my list.—
Maria Goldbach,
Vogue,
10 Dec. 2025
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It’s been nearly two months since Morgan Neville’s amusing and thoroughly superficial Lorne, in which the Oscar-winning documentarian tried and failed to get the Saturday Night Live creator to let down his guard.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
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But perhaps the most amusing depiction was how Taylor contrasted the stay-at-home moms (and dads) with Marissa and Jenny, with most of the sartorial showdowns taking place during school pickups and dropoffs.—
Clarissa Cruz,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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All three are delightful, but in completely different ways.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
14 June 2026
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This delightful scent sits at the intersection of juicy and creamy, opening up with vibrant fruity notes before settling into a rich gourmand base that feels playful, but not juvenile.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
9 June 2026
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Watching teams and players decide when to challenge and when not to has been fun, and keeping track of who’s good at it has been entertaining, as well.—
Jim Bowden,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Scenes of entertaining brutality and entertaining inspiration are placed directly next to scenes with characters and situations that dissipate the pleasure of what came before.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
15 June 2026
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Espresso martinis are the new classic cocktail, with everyone enjoying them at happy hour and after dinner with a delicious chocolate dessert.—
Erin Hooker,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 July 2025
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My favorite local beer selection, constantly rotating choices, delicious pizza and plenty of space.—
Chris White,
The Courier-Journal,
7 July 2025
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That’s bad news for our nameless hero’s nine-year-old daughter Rainy (Yang Enyou, button-cute but with some pleasing grit), visiting from their native China.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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Ready to run through brick walls, rack up three red cards and provide the most aesthetically pleasing kit in the tournament.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
11 June 2026
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“Pleasurable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleasurable. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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