as in deliciously
in a pleasing way
an enjoyably goofy comedy
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Recent Examples of enjoyably
To that end, here’s a selection of the best (and most enjoyably bad) literary film and TV coming to streaming services this month.
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Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 30 Apr. 2026
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
Because the eggs act as the main source of structure and height, these cakes are light and delicate, with an enjoyably soft, springy texture.
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
Still, these are minor faults compared to an enjoyably harsh yet perceptive look at the psychology of Silicon Valley elites.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 12 Apr. 2026
Cate Blanchett, ‘Blue Jasmine’ (2014) Blanchett delivers an enjoyably tragicomic turn in Woody Allen's dramedy as a booze-swilling, Xanax-popping hot mess.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
But thanks to engaging and winning performances, lots of captivating things get enjoyably said.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 10 Mar. 2026
In the modern landscape, there could be something enjoyably cathartic about letting a chat bot be the big bad our hero has to take down.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 21 Jan. 2026
Newton is underused but enjoyably game, and Zahn emerges as a surprise scene-stealer.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 23 Dec. 2025
Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 30 Apr. 2026
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
Because the eggs act as the main source of structure and height, these cakes are light and delicate, with an enjoyably soft, springy texture.
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
Still, these are minor faults compared to an enjoyably harsh yet perceptive look at the psychology of Silicon Valley elites.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 12 Apr. 2026
Cate Blanchett, ‘Blue Jasmine’ (2014) Blanchett delivers an enjoyably tragicomic turn in Woody Allen's dramedy as a booze-swilling, Xanax-popping hot mess.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
But thanks to engaging and winning performances, lots of captivating things get enjoyably said.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 10 Mar. 2026
In the modern landscape, there could be something enjoyably cathartic about letting a chat bot be the big bad our hero has to take down.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 21 Jan. 2026
Newton is underused but enjoyably game, and Zahn emerges as a surprise scene-stealer.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 23 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoyably
Adverb
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This root veggie is known for its deliciously sweet, earthy flavor and high vitamin C content.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
1 May 2026
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Someone once thought that butter, brown sugar, and pineapple should cook together at the bottom of a cast-iron skillet to make a deliciously gooey topping for a cake when flipped over.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
30 Apr. 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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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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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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In light of federal immigration crackdowns, funding cuts and rollbacks to civil rights protections and oversight, how can California better serve vulnerable student populations, including those who are immigrants, are LGBTQ+ and have disabilities?—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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The tension was best presented throughout the third period, as Minnesota had 11 shots on goals to just one from Montreal.—
Theodore Tollefson,
Twin Cities,
8 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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Airports themselves, liminal spaces that, normally, are pleasantly severed from the lurches of the world, spun out, too.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
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Some varieties of this sun-loving plant are pleasantly fragrant.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
9 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
Cite this Entry
“Enjoyably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoyably. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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