as in deliciously
in a pleasing way
a delectably witty comedy
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Recent Examples of delectably
Nail artists agree that one of the most popular dark shades for the season is delectably dark cherry.
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Jennifer Hussein, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026
Come here for excellent cocktails at delectably low small-city prices.
—Sarah Cahalan, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
Think perfectly crisp and buttery bánh mi sandwiches, heartwarming pho, and delectably chocolatey egg creams.
—Madison Flager, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Sep. 2025
Jennifer Hussein, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026
Come here for excellent cocktails at delectably low small-city prices.
—Sarah Cahalan, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
Think perfectly crisp and buttery bánh mi sandwiches, heartwarming pho, and delectably chocolatey egg creams.
—Madison Flager, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delectably
Adverb
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The unfussy result of combining strawberries, rose wine, and cake ingredients is a deliciously easy take on a classic summer berry cake.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
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There might never have been The Osbournes had Stern not pushed and prodded the deliciously wacky rock star family to bring their story to the airwaves.—
Malina Saval,
Rolling Stone,
16 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The Lakers limped painfully into the playoffs Saturday night only to delightfully discover a miracle salve.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2026
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Read Full Review Dan Sung Sa The most delightfully chaotic spot in Koreatown, where the soju arrives as quickly as the kimchi pancakes and meat skewers.—
CNT Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The whole thing is so confusing that readers are likely to forget who’s who and what each has done, but Ernest draws it all together nicely.—
Sandra Dallas,
Denver Post,
19 Apr. 2026
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Mother Mary strutted to a solid limited opening as The Christophers expanded nicely and Exit 8 kept going.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
19 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The Hornets played great and made those plays down the stretch.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Apr. 2026
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Rahm is a former Masters winner playing great at LIV Golf.—
Dennis Esser,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Because the eggs act as the main source of structure and height, these cakes are light and delicate, with an enjoyably soft, springy texture.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 Apr. 2026
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Still, these are minor faults compared to an enjoyably harsh yet perceptive look at the psychology of Silicon Valley elites.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
12 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Meanwhile, finely grate 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.—
Kate Williams,
AJC.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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Shrimp Scampi tips and FAQ Recipe information Whisk 2 garlic cloves, finely grated on a microplane, 1 tsp.—
Rick Martinez,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Berea College, in Kentucky, is probably the most well known of these institutions.—
Emma Green,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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Hot sleepers know the feeling of tossing, turning, and sweating through too-warm bedding especially well, but the proper seasonal bedding can eliminate this issue.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Delectably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delectably. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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