delectations

noun

plural of delectation
as in joys
a source of great satisfaction tourists enjoying the delectations of this tropical paradise for the first time

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  1. joys
  2. treats
  3. delights
Noun
  • By the end of my rave journey, I was comforted by the knowledge that there is a space for people—newcomers, veteran partygoers like Estephani—to discover the joys of dancing among like-minded attendees.
    — Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 15 July 2026
  • In England, one of the great joys of the World Cup—right up there with filling in sticker books, reviving old pop songs, and watching Germany lose—is the tournament wall chart.
    — Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 14 July 2026
Definition of joys
Noun
  • The market offers fresh breads, ice cream, Chinese, Mexican and Filipino food and many other treats.
    — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • Instead of tightening a leash or pushing on a dog’s back to force them to do a trick, pooches are commonly rewarded with treats, toys or positive affirmations.
    — Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 10 July 2026
Definition of treats
Noun
  • Mornings begin with a gentle workout followed by workshops on topics like breath work and meditation, while afternoons are busy with winery tours, cooking classes, horseback riding, and other cultural delights.
    — Katie Camero, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
  • In another especially science-fictiony case, ticks’ very saliva can spark a severe allergy to such delights as ice cream and hamburgers.
    — Meg Tirrell, CNN Money, 14 July 2026
Definition of delights
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