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as in joys
a source of great satisfaction
the opportunity for travel was one of the major delights of the couple's golden years
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as in pleasures
someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment
with his great sense of humor and bubbly personality, he is a delight to be around
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as in triumphs
to feel or express joy or triumph
I delighted at the sight of my old schoolyard tormentor standing behind the fast-food counter, asking customers if they wanted fries
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as in pleases
to give satisfaction to
the news that you had won the Pulitzer delighted us beyond words
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Recent Examples of delights
Megan Dubois, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2026
There are pepper cakes, spicy skewers, and Pakistani delights to transport your taste buds beyond Hong Kong’s borders.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026
Animated delights, comedies, and action adventures to entertain all ages.
—Danny Horn, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Feb. 2026
The variety and freshness of Rauschenberg’s works at the Nasher provide a veritable garden of delights — admittedly quirky ones at times.
—Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 21 Feb. 2026
Endless gastronomic delights, diverse architecture, and neighborhoods packed with character ensure visitors have everything but a boring trip to the large coastal metropolis.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2026
Only one other angler availed himself of the river's delights Thursday.
—Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 15 Feb. 2026
Their film explores the vulnerability of the trans-masculine community by delving into Bean and Rozos’ own personal experiences, intertwined with the delights, challenges, and tragedy within Brockington and Prescott’s lives.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026
Ice Cream Man follows an idyllic summer town descending into madness when an ice cream man serves kids sweet delights with horrifying results.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 6 Feb. 2026
Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 20 Feb. 2026
Eva’s romance with her husband, Franklin Plaskett, delights and amazes her.
—Adelle Waldman, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
Visionary filmmaker Elizabeth Chomko has crafted a gorgeous love story, one that both fills the heart and delights the senses.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2026
Smirk flies under the banner ‘Make Fun, Not War’ and delights to needle and tweak the NFL and the gravitas of its Big Game.
—Greg Cote
february 5, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
Noun
The bright yellow building beckons people inside, where northeastern delights like ring and Lebanon bologna, scrapple, ham loaves, and pickled eggs are all available.
—Megan Dubois, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2026
There are pepper cakes, spicy skewers, and Pakistani delights to transport your taste buds beyond Hong Kong’s borders.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026
Animated delights, comedies, and action adventures to entertain all ages.
—Danny Horn, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Feb. 2026
The variety and freshness of Rauschenberg’s works at the Nasher provide a veritable garden of delights — admittedly quirky ones at times.
—Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 21 Feb. 2026
Endless gastronomic delights, diverse architecture, and neighborhoods packed with character ensure visitors have everything but a boring trip to the large coastal metropolis.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2026
Only one other angler availed himself of the river's delights Thursday.
—Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 15 Feb. 2026
Their film explores the vulnerability of the trans-masculine community by delving into Bean and Rozos’ own personal experiences, intertwined with the delights, challenges, and tragedy within Brockington and Prescott’s lives.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026
Ice Cream Man follows an idyllic summer town descending into madness when an ice cream man serves kids sweet delights with horrifying results.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.
—Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 20 Feb. 2026
Eva’s romance with her husband, Franklin Plaskett, delights and amazes her.
—Adelle Waldman, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
Visionary filmmaker Elizabeth Chomko has crafted a gorgeous love story, one that both fills the heart and delights the senses.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2026
Smirk flies under the banner ‘Make Fun, Not War’ and delights to needle and tweak the NFL and the gravitas of its Big Game.
—Greg Cote
february 5, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delights
Noun
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For some, shopping during vacation is one of the small joys of travel.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Feb. 2026
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For instance, on the menu, is an ode to the (now closed) landmark Ann’s Snack Bar, whose plate-sized Ghetto Burger was one of the greatest joys of his childhood.—
Su-Jit Lin,
Southern Living,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Most people use reviews to seek out pleasures and avoid annoyances.—
Sophie Spiegelberger,
New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2026
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New Orleans-Style Beignets for Mardi Gras Biting into a pillowy, powdered beignet still fresh from the fryer is one of life’s finest pleasures, and there’s no time like Mardi Gras to indulge in one of New Orleans’ most famous dishes.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
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To see so many moments where films have been getting such strong reactions from audiences and from critics really pleases me.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Feb. 2026
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His fervor for society pleases his mother Violet (Ruth Gemmell), but also frustrates her to the point of squeezing Penelope for information.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Don’t forget leash, treats and water.—
Pomerado News,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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At the far end of the open-plan ground floor is Sushi Nagi—an intimate counter restaurant with wall panels depicting pines, where chef Taira Tsuneyoshi skillfully presents an array of local treats, from uni sea urchin to Botan-ebi shrimps.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The party was a most enjoyable dance, typical of the charming informal entertainments for which the club is noted.—
From staff reports,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
6 Feb. 2026
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Television, which greeted the new year with fresh entertainments of all shapes and sizes.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Redlands school officials said the suspension of privileges will remain in place until a student satisfies certain conditions, such as attending a session of Saturday school or performing four hours of community service.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2026
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Since then, the British government has worked tirelessly to carve out a deal that satisfies Mauritius without losing its defensive foothold.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Feb. 2026
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Three more protesters — Isabella Terrazas, Eliana Fuchs and Zoe Edelman — were granted mental health diversions last year.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Temporary vehicle diversions may be used if safety limits are reached.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
22 Feb. 2026
Verb
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September 23 – October 22 When curiosity warms the heart, sparks fly.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
24 Feb. 2026
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Healthy new growth could also emerge from a dead-looking branch after the weather warms.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
24 Feb. 2026
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