as in delightfully
in a pleasing way
a deliciously told anecdote on the DVD's commentary track
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Recent Examples of deliciously
The profile Avedon paints is that of a relentless seeker and high-flying achiever, and a deliciously unapologetic contrarian.
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Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2026
However it was intended, what Farhadi has brilliantly cooked up ultimately feels wholly original and deliciously crafted on every level.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 14 May 2026
At Remedy Burger, deliciously cheeky burgers satisfy anyone and everyone in your crew, like the signature Remedy Burger, with double smashed patties, and the Broccoli Burger, a uniquely veggie twist on typical burger fare.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
This root veggie is known for its deliciously sweet, earthy flavor and high vitamin C content.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 1 May 2026
The Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale, on the other hand, is deliciously bitter with tiny, effervescent bubbles that never overwhelm your palate.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 26 Apr. 2026
Just like conventional cookies made with wheat, flavors and textures of gluten-free cookies vary wildly, from dry and crumbly to rich and chewy, and from deliciously munchable to yucky and forgettable.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
These deliciously cheesy chicken- and potato-filled pockets belong at your next game night or tailgate.
—Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 22 Apr. 2026
Reminders come too with Emmy winner Jim Parsons, who is deliciously over-the-top as Ruth, Rose's bitter and controlling mother.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2026
However it was intended, what Farhadi has brilliantly cooked up ultimately feels wholly original and deliciously crafted on every level.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 14 May 2026
At Remedy Burger, deliciously cheeky burgers satisfy anyone and everyone in your crew, like the signature Remedy Burger, with double smashed patties, and the Broccoli Burger, a uniquely veggie twist on typical burger fare.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
This root veggie is known for its deliciously sweet, earthy flavor and high vitamin C content.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 1 May 2026
The Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale, on the other hand, is deliciously bitter with tiny, effervescent bubbles that never overwhelm your palate.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 26 Apr. 2026
Just like conventional cookies made with wheat, flavors and textures of gluten-free cookies vary wildly, from dry and crumbly to rich and chewy, and from deliciously munchable to yucky and forgettable.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
These deliciously cheesy chicken- and potato-filled pockets belong at your next game night or tailgate.
—Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 22 Apr. 2026
Reminders come too with Emmy winner Jim Parsons, who is deliciously over-the-top as Ruth, Rose's bitter and controlling mother.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliciously
Adverb
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The kitchen is spacious with room enough for an island and a delightfully functional walk-in pantry.—
Katie McDonough,
Curbed,
11 May 2026
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Inside, the open-concept layout of the Airbnb makes the space feel delightfully airy and breezy.—
Kimberley Mok,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2026
Adverb
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Either way, Netflix respectfully disagrees with the honorable gentleman from the former Republic of Texas, to put it nicely.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
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The hardwood floors throughout are nicely maintained with thin beams and decorative borders.—
Katie McDonough,
Curbed,
11 May 2026
Adverb
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But manage again when the Yankees great known as Donnie Baseball was about to turn 65?—
Dan Gelston,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Jack Nicholson appeared in a rare photo as the cinema great turned 89.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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To that end, here’s a selection of the best (and most enjoyably bad) literary film and TV coming to streaming services this month.—
Emily Temple,
Literary Hub,
30 Apr. 2026
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Chatting with the peddler Rutherford Selig (Bradley Stryker, enjoyably channeling Deadwood), Bynum casually unzips the surface of reality and dips into the waters below.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
26 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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That doesn’t bode well for summer road trip plans.—
Byron Hurd,
The Drive,
15 May 2026
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Several other concerns were raised during the roughly three-hour hearing, including questions about how to best protect visitors and participants from federal immigration raids.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
Adverb
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Recipe information Mix 1 shallot, finely chopped, juice of 1 lime, and a pinch of kosher salt in a bowl and let sit.—
Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 May 2026
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Even then the metal was sanded finely and in the Lucca’s case the radiator and spoked wheels were fitted with covers for improved aerodynamics.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 May 2026
Adverb
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The bedrock of the relationship — Mom’s gloriously outlandish love for her children — still flows in the same direction.—
Andre Mouchard,
Daily News,
9 May 2026
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Duet is gloriously inspired and perfectly executed.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
6 May 2026
Adverb
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After a run of delightfully strange and charmingly shaggy studio albums (beginning with 1996’s Fuzzy Logic), the Welsh quintet seemed to call it a day.—
David Harris,
SPIN,
4 May 2026
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Her apartment is lined with charmingly immoderate stacks of books, and morning coffee steams in a Yaddo mug.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Deliciously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliciously. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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