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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
Haniya Rae, Martha Stewart, 14 May 2026
Sharing the gastronomic delights of Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region runs through the blood, and the family legacy of Highwood residents and first cousins, Ruthie Amidei and Mada Ugolini Hitchmough.
—Gina Grillo, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
This one, from the chef Perfecte Rocher (now cooking in San Diego), makes the most of spring delights, including fava beans and artichoke hearts.
—Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Michigan truly has it all, from exciting cities and gorgeous natural wonders to plenty of watery delights along its Great Lakes coastline.
—Katy Spratte Joyce, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
And be prepared for something that dazzles, delights and reacquaints you with Rowling’s imaginative variations on a British school experience.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 30 Apr. 2026
Caramel layer cakes are known to be finicky, but these tiny delights pack all that flavor without any hassle.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
Given the generous proportions of the restaurant coupled with its unhurried atmosphere, guests seemed to linger longer than necessary, drawn out eventually by the delights awaiting them at the hotel’s doorstep.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
For the fourth year, the Consulate of Portugal in San Francisco and the Portuguese Trade and Investment Agency (AICEP) are teaming up to introduce diners to the delights of Portuguese cuisine.
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026
Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 15 May 2026
With symphonic works, chamber delights, and operatic thrills on the calendar, here are three of the highlights.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 14 May 2026
How pretty are these two-bite delights?
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
The obvious stork implication of this wallpaper delights me almost as much as its peel-and-stick quality.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 22 Apr. 2026
Noun
Here, experts recommended a handful of culinary delights perfect for gardens that don't get much sunlight.
—Haniya Rae, Martha Stewart, 14 May 2026
Sharing the gastronomic delights of Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region runs through the blood, and the family legacy of Highwood residents and first cousins, Ruthie Amidei and Mada Ugolini Hitchmough.
—Gina Grillo, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
This one, from the chef Perfecte Rocher (now cooking in San Diego), makes the most of spring delights, including fava beans and artichoke hearts.
—Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Michigan truly has it all, from exciting cities and gorgeous natural wonders to plenty of watery delights along its Great Lakes coastline.
—Katy Spratte Joyce, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
And be prepared for something that dazzles, delights and reacquaints you with Rowling’s imaginative variations on a British school experience.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 30 Apr. 2026
Caramel layer cakes are known to be finicky, but these tiny delights pack all that flavor without any hassle.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
Given the generous proportions of the restaurant coupled with its unhurried atmosphere, guests seemed to linger longer than necessary, drawn out eventually by the delights awaiting them at the hotel’s doorstep.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
For the fourth year, the Consulate of Portugal in San Francisco and the Portuguese Trade and Investment Agency (AICEP) are teaming up to introduce diners to the delights of Portuguese cuisine.
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026
Verb
SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 15 May 2026
With symphonic works, chamber delights, and operatic thrills on the calendar, here are three of the highlights.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 14 May 2026
How pretty are these two-bite delights?
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
The obvious stork implication of this wallpaper delights me almost as much as its peel-and-stick quality.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delights
Noun
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The best tropical vacation spots offer an abundance of choice for rest, play, and all the joys in between.—
Skyli Alvarez,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 May 2026
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Meanwhile, nature remains beautiful and indifferent to our joys and our suffering.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
Noun
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Beyond its pleasures as a noir, the chronicle of Kolechko’s fight against nascent Soviet power easily reminds one of present-day Ukraine’s struggle to preserve its dignity in the face of oppressive forces.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2026
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One of the pleasures of the film — of today’s French cinema in general — is the delicious multi-dimensionality of its female protagonist.—
Jon Frosch,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
Verb
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For something more substantial, Ramsey’s pleases both vegetarians and meat eaters with options such as BBQ brisket sandwich with homemade onion straws or Zucchini Noodle Thai Bowl.—
Sarah Miller,
Midwest Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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Planning a summer trip that pleases curious kids, energetic teens and grandparents who want a comfortable pace?—
Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
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But soaring gas prices are taking a bigger slice out of American paychecks since the start of the war, leaving less for things like dining out, new clothes or other treats.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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More treats for you below, enjoy!—
Ronnie Li,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Weisberger’s book may have been an opportunistic takedown, but the director David Frankel and the screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna spun it into one of the finer Hollywood entertainments of its era, with the pleasing sophistication and bitchery of a classic studio comedy from the forties or fifties.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
29 Apr. 2026
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The park allow visitors to experience the movie stories; the movies remind you of the park rides; the whole reminds you of beloved childhood entertainments.—
Mark Lane,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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When the weather gets warm, nothing satisfies quite like cold noodles in iced broth.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 May 2026
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Theme Nights White nights have become common at sea, and this mini dress satisfies the dress code for both more casual and elegant ships.—
Rebecca Shinners,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
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Today, the five-room inn is known as a charming and cozy retreat with convenient access to local diversions.—
Kristy Tolley,
Travel + Leisure,
8 May 2026
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From last year’s clubhouse diversions, the basketball hoop and the pool table remain.—
Ronald Blum,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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As sea ice shrinks and expands, the surface ocean warms or cools.—
Hannah Richter,
Scientific American,
7 May 2026
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Infinite Tangle Metal Sculptural Fidget — 18 interlocking metal pieces inspired by the Tibetan infinite knot, with a chrome-like surface that warms in your hands.—
Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 May 2026
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