1
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
The Friends of San Pasqual Academy hosted a special Halloween event that included a delicious, catered dinner, raffle prizes, Halloween costume contests and music that was provided by a disc jockey.
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
The holiday kits offer a complete Thanksgiving spread at a reduced price, including everything needed for a delicious feast such as turkey and classic sides like mac and cheese, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and of course, pie.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 6 Nov. 2025
There are so many Italian recipes using stale bread as a base ingredient, completely transforming it into something incredibly delicious.
—Francesca Giuliani Hoffman, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025
And boy, do those practice dishes look delicious under Doyle’s loving lens.
—Katie Rife, IndieWire, 5 Nov. 2025
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
The holiday kits offer a complete Thanksgiving spread at a reduced price, including everything needed for a delicious feast such as turkey and classic sides like mac and cheese, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and of course, pie.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 6 Nov. 2025
There are so many Italian recipes using stale bread as a base ingredient, completely transforming it into something incredibly delicious.
—Francesca Giuliani Hoffman, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025
And boy, do those practice dishes look delicious under Doyle’s loving lens.
—Katie Rife, IndieWire, 5 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for delicious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delicious
Adjective
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Reduce Food Sources Eliminating entry points should reduce some rodent problems, but mice are crafty and will continue to seek shelter indoors if there are tasty snacks drawing them in.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
7 Jan. 2026
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Blending them with yogurt and a little honey can make a tasty smoothie that supports a healthy gut.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The result is luxuriously silky; a delightful foil to the crunchy graham cracker crust.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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The sword and sorcery genre was always reliable for delightful low-budget cheese, with entries such as The Beastmaster, The Barbarians, and of course, the Deathstalker series.—
Bear McCreary,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Nov. 2025
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The mix of spices held a hint of spiciness, but still pretty flavorful and wasn’t overwhelming.—
Alexa Stone
January 9,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
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This one is bursting with beans—chickpeas and fresh green beans—both benefit from a good soak in the flavorful garlic vinaigrette that defines this potluck classic.—
Riley Wofford,
Martha Stewart,
9 Jan. 2026
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Fortunately, there's usually plenty of pleasant autumn days after the first frost to tackle the remaining fall gardening tasks at a more leisurely rate.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
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Today the Moon in your sign is dancing with fair Venus creating pleasant feelings between you and everyone else.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
8 Nov. 2025
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Some harmful varieties closely resemble edible mushrooms, even to experienced foragers.—
Tim Fang,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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These edible berries are also useful in decorations and containers.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
8 Jan. 2026
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Peak season is over, meaning the crowds are gone, the water feels calmer, the restaurants are more enjoyable, and the sunsets last just a little bit longer.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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The period detail is impressive, the storytelling is engrossing, and the overall impact is pleasantly enjoyable.—
Joe Leydon,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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From an analyst point of view, this is the yummiest, most delicious, easiest series to cover.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Nov. 2025
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This homemade condiment is a yummy addition to baked goods, oatmeal, yogurt, or simply spread on toast.—
Christina Manian,
Health,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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In October 2024, Wasdin celebrated Ashmore's 45th birthday with a sweet post on Instagram.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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The Pats trusted their tight ends to handle Dolphins edge defenders on several occasions, and Henry did the job; not to mention his team-high five catches and sweet one-handed grab in the second quarter.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Delicious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delicious. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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