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as in tasty
very pleasing to the sense of taste
the family sat down to a delicious Thanksgiving dinner
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as in delightful
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a delicious breeze gave us welcome relief from the tropical heat
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Recent Examples of delicious
When eggplant is in season, grab a few to make this delicious pasta bake.
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Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 June 2026
The music was slinky, glamorous, dripping in delicious campiness.
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Vrinda Jagota,
Pitchfork,
27 June 2026
Marcus reconnects with his father and is able to give him a delicious meal, complete with that candle that ended up being a receptacle for the hot caramel sauce that gives this episode its name.
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Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Those familiar with Mexican seafood know that Kiko’s Place is a delicious place to get mariscos.
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Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for delicious
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 June 2026
The music was slinky, glamorous, dripping in delicious campiness.
—
Vrinda Jagota,
Pitchfork,
27 June 2026
Marcus reconnects with his father and is able to give him a delicious meal, complete with that candle that ended up being a receptacle for the hot caramel sauce that gives this episode its name.
—
Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Those familiar with Mexican seafood know that Kiko’s Place is a delicious place to get mariscos.
—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for delicious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delicious
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From grill-ready meats and crowd-pleasing snacks to refreshing desserts and flavorful dips, these seasonal picks are perfect for stocking up ahead of the holiday weekend.
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The dish, served with crusty bread or corn tortillas for sopping up all the tasty juices, is a nourishing, flavorful meal that brings a fresh perspective on Mexican food to the table.
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Perhaps because of this aesthetic of illusions, the earnest state pride evident in some of the pavilions turns out to feel especially delightful.
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Her nuanced portrayal gives the girl many layers, including a delightful determination.
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And Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services, will join celebrity chef Geoffrey Zakarian on July 6 for an edible lesson about the MAHA food pyramid.
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Tomatoes are a great addition to an edible garden.
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Bartlett’s posture is ramrod straight, his voice a pleasant, precise British lilt that’s nothing like his natural Australian accent.
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Dogs are welcome, and the shaded setting is a pleasant place to linger.
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Animation fans were in for a very tasty treat, as the episode introduced villains and set the tone for the brutal show adapted from the best-selling Vertigo series by the late Anthony Bourdain, co-created with Joel Rose.
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What’s a summer without a tasty frozen beverage to cool down on those scorching hot days?
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Fresh-tasting ice makes every sip more enjoyable, so identifying and fixing the issue is worth the effort.
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One of the things that was also enjoyable is being able to talk about modern things in a historical context, even with that phone.
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The cinnamon sugar option offers a pretty shade (basically my lips but better) plus a super yummy scent.
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This sheet pan version is a little less cheesy and gooey than the traditional (but equally yummy), and adds in sweet peppers.
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The result is one of the most diverse wine regions in the world—one where sparkling wines, crisp coastal whites, elegant reds and historic sweet wines can all coexist within the same broader region.
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The sweet treats probably added to the general sense of optimism and excitement for the marketing, advertising, data and technology leaders who came to talk shop and compare notes at a time of massive transformation in virtually every business sector.
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“Delicious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delicious. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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