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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
In an exclusive photo sent to PEOPLE, Beyoncé is seen having her luscious, long blonde locks styled in front of the cameras at The Beehive in Los Angeles.
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Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Here are details on the most luscious, addictive cinnamon crunch cereals and the duds that will leave you reaching for the cinnamon shaker to add more flavor.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2026
Inspired by springtime in Italy, layers of rose petals and pistachios—hidden beneath a luscious white-chocolate exterior—offer a seasonal twist on the classic treat.
—Air Mail, 4 Apr. 2026
The flavor now offers all three unique flavors and textures—the cookie, the brownie, and the ice cream—all in one luscious bite.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Apr. 2026
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Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Here are details on the most luscious, addictive cinnamon crunch cereals and the duds that will leave you reaching for the cinnamon shaker to add more flavor.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2026
Inspired by springtime in Italy, layers of rose petals and pistachios—hidden beneath a luscious white-chocolate exterior—offer a seasonal twist on the classic treat.
—Air Mail, 4 Apr. 2026
The flavor now offers all three unique flavors and textures—the cookie, the brownie, and the ice cream—all in one luscious bite.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for luscious
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Ahead, discover our perfect Mother’s Day gifts for every type of mom, including design-forward decor, luxurious linens, delicious fragrances, accents for the outdoors, and even a few last-minute Mother’s Day gift ideas (After all, a gift box goes a long way).—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2026
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Their 2022 Pinot Noir has enticing aromas of cherry cola, cinnamon, and red raspberry that lead to delicious flavors of cherry, raspberry, cranberry, and brown baking spices.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
1 May 2026
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From cheeky shots of celebrities like Jane Fonda and Arnold Schwarzenegger to extravagant, sensual portfolios of America’s Olympic squads, the magazine’s pantheon of photographers have helped to define the genre of sports portraiture.—
Jonathan Pace,
Vanity Fair,
26 Apr. 2026
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Here, the sado-sensual yearning of the Confederacy to instantiate itself through the fetishes and reliquaries of figurative sculpture is shown as hollow, impotent, all too discomfiting, and very real.—
Horace D. Ballard,
Artforum,
22 Apr. 2026
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In this delightful piece of armchair naturalism, Henion’s goal is to change our vilification of darkness, to see it instead as a restorative balm, and to stoke curiosity about nocturnal landscapes and creatures.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
26 Apr. 2026
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For a stay near the center of the action, book a room at the Lady Grace Inn, a Victorian-style bed-and-breakfast with a delightful English high tea.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
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The action has Kemp's signature sexy style and Abbott Elementaryfans will delight in seeing Law take on a much different role.—
Madeleine Janz,
PEOPLE,
30 Apr. 2026
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After 10 years of depriving us of their silky, sexy acoustic R&B sounds, only one thing is certain — the number of babies conceived after the show is sure to be off the charts.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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Water inequality is visible from the air, where lush, green land around settlements often contrasts sharply with arid Palestinian land.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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The island itself incorporates lush gardens, a heated saltwater pool, and a pathway leading to the dock and boathouse.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
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Nobody wants a grammar correction popping up in the middle of a sweet message from their partner.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
2 May 2026
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Initially shy and reserved, according to her foster family, Cindy Lou is learning to come out of her shell and show her charming, sweet side.—
Maryanne Dell,
Oc Register,
2 May 2026
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Use of herbicides requires caution to avoid harming desirable plants and ensure the safety of yourself and others.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
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Macron underscored the need for European industry to innovate and win back consumers with better, more desirable products that will finance the EU’s defense goals.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
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The day Chunhyang and Mongryong met each other for the first time was exceptionally pleasant.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
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The fruit is sweet with pleasant, slightly tangy undertones.—
Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
1 May 2026
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“Luscious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luscious. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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