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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
Without the crowds, the quiet feels luscious and layered.
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Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Ghosh’s one-to-two-word lines, thick with luscious ls and ws, are at once ornate arrangements and liquid mouthfuls.
—Christopher Spaide
august 1, Literary Hub, 1 Aug. 2025
The savory, salty, tangy, and luscious sauce enrobes the beef and mushrooms for a flavorful, stick-to-your-ribs entrée.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2025
The park also boasts Emerald Lake, truly a gem with its luscious mint sparkle.
—Jenny Wisniewski, USA Today, 26 July 2025
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Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Ghosh’s one-to-two-word lines, thick with luscious ls and ws, are at once ornate arrangements and liquid mouthfuls.
—Christopher Spaide
august 1, Literary Hub, 1 Aug. 2025
The savory, salty, tangy, and luscious sauce enrobes the beef and mushrooms for a flavorful, stick-to-your-ribs entrée.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2025
The park also boasts Emerald Lake, truly a gem with its luscious mint sparkle.
—Jenny Wisniewski, USA Today, 26 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for luscious
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In the video, a school bus gets stuck in a pothole and JJ and his friends transform into superheroes after eating some delicious fruity muffins.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
8 Aug. 2025
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For oceanfront views and delicious seafood, Waterman’s Surfside Grille on the south end of the Boardwalk is a go-to, famous for its breezy patio and signature Orange Crush.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
8 Aug. 2025
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Generally, they're used as a style statement, paired with very sensual garments; however, adding a striped shirt under a corset can create a completely different silhouette.—
Michel Mejía,
Glamour,
2 Aug. 2025
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This can bring a more sensual, domestic and sweet energy to our lives and relationships.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
27 July 2025
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Some Zinfandels even taste like berry jam, but with the delightful heat of around 14% alcohol on the finish, and a touch of acidity to cleanse the palate between bites of BBQ.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Many of its delightful products are made on site, like comforters, pillows, wool sponges, and more.—
Katy Spratte Joyce,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
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Any ranking of the sexiest subset of people is bound to be met with a healthy dose of skepticism.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
6 Aug. 2025
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But sacks are sexier and can be far more destructive to an offense.—
John Romano,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 July 2025
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However, the property's lush greenery posed a challenge for the show’s signature dark aesthetic.—
Aya Al-Hakim,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Most of them dwell in the lush greenery of Etosha National Park in the north of the country and near the border with Botswana in the northeast.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The latest additions to the Dolly Parton x Lodge line include four new cast-iron skillets plus darling bakeware to give your homemade sweet treats a touch of her incomparable charm.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
12 Aug. 2025
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Fresh bakery items, quick on-the-go snacks, self-serve coffee and sweet tea, and even a bottle of wine to take home to celebrate the start of the weekend with your roommates are all available at your fingertips.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In Mexico, English and Spanish are desirable; in Canada, French is considered an asset.—
Michelle Kaufman
August 12,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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Some of the most desirable brands let the product speak for itself rather than resorting to conspicuous branding and flashy gimmicks.—
Matteo Atti,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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Think wild strawberries and mineral lift with just enough texture to add a pleasant element of complexity, something not often found in entry-level rosé.—
Devin Parr,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Many people find coriander seeds to have a pleasant, almost sweet taste.—
Brittany Lubeck,
Verywell Health,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Luscious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luscious. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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