as in treats
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury
a gourmet shop filled with delectables for every palate, albeit not for every pocketbook
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Recent Examples of delectables
All those delectables can be enjoy in BlueHouse’s open social areas, which include high-speed Wi-Fi and outlets at basically every seat.
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Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2025
In fact, Bath and Body Works joined forces with Milk Bar to launch four new fragrances inspired by the confectioner’s delectables — Cinnamon Pretzel Cookie, Raspberry Holiday Pie Bar, Peppermint Bark Truffle and Cereal Milk Soft Serve — back in October.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 Dec. 2025
Off-Piste Après Garden promises mountaintop ski-in fun with firepits, a variety of beverages and hot-off-the smoker delectables.
—Stephanie Stephens, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025
Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2025
In fact, Bath and Body Works joined forces with Milk Bar to launch four new fragrances inspired by the confectioner’s delectables — Cinnamon Pretzel Cookie, Raspberry Holiday Pie Bar, Peppermint Bark Truffle and Cereal Milk Soft Serve — back in October.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 Dec. 2025
Off-Piste Après Garden promises mountaintop ski-in fun with firepits, a variety of beverages and hot-off-the smoker delectables.
—Stephanie Stephens, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delectables
Noun
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This chic marble tray would work well on a coffee table or kitchen counter and makes the perfect place for sweet treats.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
12 Jan. 2026
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Here’s a guide to our favorite 11 sweet treats that can be found at restaurants, bakeries and shops around San Diego County for $10 or less.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Between Tennessee Onions, Creamed Onions and Vidalia Onion Pie there are quite a few head-turning Southern delicacies with onion as the star, but this one has to take the cake in the creativity department.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
3 Jan. 2026
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The eight-course tasting menu is worth the splurge since you’ll dine on delicacies like frog legs and foie gras.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Keep reading for more of our favorite finds under-$100, and check out the brand’s Amazon storefront for other goodies.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
14 Jan. 2026
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And some of those goodies are pretty damn great.—
Andrew Ryce,
Pitchfork,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Delectables.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delectables. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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