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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delectables
Noun
  • How decadent to have a vermouth on the rocks and sweet treats — affogato, flan, a silky strawberry panna cotta — under the half moon slung low in the sky.
    — Amanda Lee Koe, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
  • While consistency in taste keeps people coming back for more of their delicious treats, there are some exciting changes this year.
    — Morgan Rynor, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Compared to the higher-end affair of Tapas & Wine downtown, Den Thai Street will focus on street-food delicacies from 35-year-old co-owner Jay Anderson, a Thai chef who spent a decade cooking his nation’s food in Las Vegas before Denver.
    — Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Besides beer, pretzels, pork roast and sausages were also sought-after delicacies.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Stop by the many businesses saying goodbye for the season with parting gifts of Halloween goodies.
    — Michelle Mastro, Midwest Living, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Elon Musk’s company will launch more than 6,000 pounds of cargo, including the last of a series of solar panel additions, toilet pump, spacewalking suit, and fresh fruit and other goodies.
    — Marcia Dunn, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

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“Delectables.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delectables. Accessed 17 Oct. 2026.

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