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
In collaboration with the award-winning bakery and ice cream parlor, Milk Bar, the brand will 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 — on Thursday.
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Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delectables
Noun
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These cookies are our take on the famous Levain Bakery treats from New York City.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
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Hershey's holiday treats are in stores nationwide for a limited time this holiday season while supplies last.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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On the surface, this sounds like a menu of soul food delicacies.—
Time,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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For all their sophistication—transforming a poisonous root and its leaves into a whole range of delicacies is no mean feat—for years such dishes were seen by the city’s elite as the food of poverty.—
Michael Snyder,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Retired and active-duty military service members are in for offers of free meals and other goodies next week as businesses salute them.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
6 Nov. 2025
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Christmas Time by Mariah Carey launched at Amazon last year, but the collection just expanded with even more goodies to enjoy now through December 25.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Delectables.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delectables. Accessed 25 Nov. 2025.
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