delectables

plural of delectable
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. — 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
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Noun
  • The approach centers on gentle cleansing, layered moisture, scalp health and finishing oils, treating hair the way j-beauty skincare treats skin, as an ongoing practice rather than a problem to fix.
    — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Like the menu, the chef’s table treats change constantly, depending on what leftovers Justus has.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Besides beer, pretzels, pork roast and sausages were also sought-after delicacies.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Food Souvlaki and spanakopita aren’t the only delicacies Greece is famed for.
    — Jennifer Tzeses, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • But to assure legislative passage, money was added for affordable student and farmworker housing, plus other goodies.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Not signing in means missing out on app roaming, data syncing, messages, voice assistants, and a whole lot of other goodies, however.
    — Michael Muchmore, PC Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026

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“Delectables.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delectables. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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