as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
any man would find it most delightsome to gaze upon her lovely face
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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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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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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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Cherry trees showcase beautiful blooms in the spring and produce delicious fruit in late spring and early summer.
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The spinach and feta pastry was delicious, salty enough from the cheese filling and not too heavy.
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Not only is the water less aesthetically pleasing, but Abrams is wary of it.
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Crittall-style windows and doors the light and provide a pleasing symmetry.
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More of us are rediscovering the appeal of doing things the harder (though usually more enjoyable) way.
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Choosing snacks that are both healthy and appealing to kids can make snack time easier and more enjoyable.
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Neither side has been shy of attacking, which has been a nice change of pace compared with the first couple of knockout stage matches.
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Been shooting some nice low scores in these last couple weeks outs here, so that’s something good to pat myself on the back.
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By the end of the movie, even something as natural as daylight has become suffused with a heavenly glow, and the beads of sweat on a dying body sparkle with a beauty that Emily had never been able to find anywhere else in her tragedy of a life.
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Don't forget your in-flight comfort — this heavenly memory foam travel pillow is discounted to just $10.
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“Delightsome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delightsome. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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