as in joys
a source of great satisfaction
tourists enjoying the delectations of this tropical paradise for the first time
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Noun
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Both trains offer luxury journeys that encourage passengers to partake in the joys of slow travel.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026 -
But one of the biggest joys for the couple is how FreshCo is evolving into a true family business.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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For those that already dump M&M's into other salty treats, this new Chex Mix blend is for you.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
22 Jan. 2026
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During the Christmas holidays, children from the village comes to sing South Tyrolean carols in exchange for sweet treats, a local tradition that’s sort of like a South Tyrolean Halloween.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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Johnson, whose impulsively thoughtful way with dialogue is one of the delights of recent cinema, invigorates the movie with her mercurial energy.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
22 Jan. 2026
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This island's quiet delights attract new visitors while locals cherish its pristine scenery.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
19 Jan. 2026
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“Delectations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delectations. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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