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as in delicious
very pleasing to the sense of taste
a luscious strawberry bursting with juice
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as in sensual
pleasing to the physical senses
luscious silk fabric that slid across her hands
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as in delightful
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
the luscious thought that while she was basking on the beach, her coworkers were slaving away at the office
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Recent Examples of luscious
Move to the dining room with a luscious canapé of foie gras mousse, then the meal begins in earnest.
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Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
The scene rests on a heap of strange, luscious plants.
—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 17 June 2025
For example, Bumble and bumble’s thickening shampoo gives exceptional volume, lift, and bounce—setting the stage excellently for Oribe and Briogeo conditioners to add nourishment ahead of a luscious blowout.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 June 2025
From this simple starting point, Tacconi and co-screenwriter Maïté Sonnet weave a narrative immersed in the luscious, distinct atmosphere of the Mediterranean French city.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 14 June 2025
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Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
The scene rests on a heap of strange, luscious plants.
—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 17 June 2025
For example, Bumble and bumble’s thickening shampoo gives exceptional volume, lift, and bounce—setting the stage excellently for Oribe and Briogeo conditioners to add nourishment ahead of a luscious blowout.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 June 2025
From this simple starting point, Tacconi and co-screenwriter Maïté Sonnet weave a narrative immersed in the luscious, distinct atmosphere of the Mediterranean French city.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 14 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for luscious
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Instead, start the day with a lavish breakfast buffet at La Sala, piled with delicious local specialties, fresh tropical fruits, and mouthwatering international favorites.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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In the French Quarter, The Four Seasons and Ritz-Carlton offer lush massages, facials, body scrubs, and mani/pedis, plus access to their swimming pool and hot tub for a delicious soak.—
Essence,
Essence,
23 June 2025
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Your sensual pleasure and romantic desires will never be the same again once Uranus enters mutable Gemini on July 7.—
Liz Simmons,
StyleCaster,
24 June 2025
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Misner’s sensual signature look speaks in service to the contours of the body, using draping techniques to extend and celebrate curves.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
24 June 2025
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Upon receiving the ball, Joao Pedro turns, drives forward, and slides a delightful ball through to Simon Adingra, making a dangerous out-to-in run from the flank.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
30 June 2025
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La Terrasse du Petit Palais makes for delightful open air lakefront dining at the 1906 Fairmont Le Montreux Palace hotel, while its indoor Montreux Jazz Café features a fine dining menu, despite its casual name.—
John Oseid,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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According to costume designer Joanna Johnston, this was a compromise; director Richard Curtis had envisioned a sexier, barer outfit.—
James Mercadante,
EW.com,
17 June 2025
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According to consumer insight company OnePoll, the original television commercial with Gandy was considered one of the sexiest of all time in a study published in 2008.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
16 May 2025
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For the first installment, U.S. photographer Alec Soth shot the lush green scenery and karst limestone mountains near the Li river in Guilin.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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The ballroom was filled with lush white florals from The Botanical Box, which were accented with fresh greenery.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
30 June 2025
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Bailey flashed a sweet jumper and impressive athleticism but struggled with his shot selection and had more turnovers than assists.—
Mike Vorkunov,
New York Times,
26 June 2025
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Chiles: Two of his favorites are ‘Flaming Flare’, a medium spicy Fresno variety, and ‘Carmen’, a high-performing sweet type.—
Johanna Silver,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2025
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These two effects are desirable for reducing heart health risks.—
Amber J. Tresca,
Verywell Health,
25 June 2025
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Macaluso, too, suggests that rather than fighting over redfish, sportsmen ought to expand their notions of which fish are desirable.—
Boyce Upholt,
Smithsonian Magazine,
25 June 2025
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Quiet and largely seasonably pleasant weather will settle across the Kansas City area on Tuesday, giving the metro a break from the heat and storms of the past few days, according to the National Weather Service.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2025
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The average temperature is a pleasant 56°F (13°C), with warm summers and cool winters.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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“Luscious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luscious. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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