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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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as in deliciousness
the quality of being delicious
it was hard to resist the decadent lusciousness of the three-layer chocolate cake
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Recent Examples of luscious
Bogdan Nesvit, Rolling Stone, 15 Aug. 2025
And Siren from McKinney Family Vineyards is a luscious blend of viognier, albariño, grüner veltliner and sauvignon blanc.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 15 Aug. 2025
Thick, luscious lengths are not something I’ve been blessed with.
—Louise Whitbread, Refinery29, 13 Aug. 2025
The fries are meant to be dipped in the luscious concoction, which offers contrasts in texture and temperature.
—Bahar Anooshahr, AZCentral.com, 9 July 2025
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Nicolas Prudent’s Curly, featuring a hedgehog in Central Park dreaming of luscious curls, took the Coup de Cœur award for its bizarre beauty and emotional authenticity.
—Bogdan Nesvit, Rolling Stone, 15 Aug. 2025
And Siren from McKinney Family Vineyards is a luscious blend of viognier, albariño, grüner veltliner and sauvignon blanc.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 15 Aug. 2025
Thick, luscious lengths are not something I’ve been blessed with.
—Louise Whitbread, Refinery29, 13 Aug. 2025
The fries are meant to be dipped in the luscious concoction, which offers contrasts in texture and temperature.
—Bahar Anooshahr, AZCentral.com, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for luscious
Adjective
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The food is basically pescatarian, beautifully presented and incredibly delicious.—
Sherrie Nachman,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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This powder comes in a few delicious flavors—unflavored, strawberry lemon, vanilla, and chocolate—and is packed with vitamin C, which can support collagen synthesis to further boost effectiveness, according to Fazio.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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His relationship with Algeria is sensual.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
2 Sep. 2025
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Reading for so many of the tech-pilled among us is merely a method by which to upload bullet points to your brain, rather than a sensual endeavor that allows you to get caught up in someone else’s story.—
Maris Kreizman
August 28,
Literary Hub,
28 Aug. 2025
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Elizabeth and Joyce make for a delightful black-cat, golden-retriever pair, and Ron and Ibrahim bring about hilarious shenanigans of their own.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
30 Aug. 2025
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That's what makes this delightful discovery feel like home to all kinds of travelers—everyone here ends up at the funky heart of Vero Beach.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
27 Aug. 2025
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Known for its sexy, subversive storylines and dialogue, the movie was a standout among the teen comedies and dramas of the '90s, many of which were based on literary works.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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Under Zlotowski’s guidance, A Private Life caroms from sexy romantic comedy to Hitchcockian mystery to zany amateur-sleuth caper, with Freudian psychology always lurking beneath.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Sep. 2025
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This cookie was soft, nutty, salty, sweet—bite after bite, its utter deliciousness washed over me.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 Aug. 2025
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One thick slice of Art's bacon covered my large heirloom tomato slice perfectly, and the stronger pork flavor of the loin added to its deliciousness.—
Keith Pandolfi,
The Enquirer,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Plant as a complement to flowers or just enjoy a bed or container of lush foliage.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
3 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, the virtuous, near-immortal elves of Lothlórien are depicted living peacefully in a realm of lush flora and elaborate tree-houses.—
Ellen Walker,
JSTOR Daily,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The sweet treats include a toffee cream pie, a grape soft serve, and a special McFlurry topped with Oreo crumbs.—
Alex Perry,
The Enquirer,
23 Aug. 2025
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The seasonal tradition dates back centuries and represents a cornerstone of local agriculture, with Michigan business owners carrying on family legacies of 19th century mills, serving up sweet treats for communities around the state.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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While cruise line operators are enjoying a surge in popularity after the pandemic badly battered the industry—and Carnival itself reported an all-time high of $25 billion in annual revenue in 2024—investments in AI and other technologies could make travel by ship even more desirable.—
John Kell,
Fortune,
3 Sep. 2025
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In Mexico, English and Spanish are desirable; in Canada, French is considered an asset.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Luscious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luscious. Accessed 7 Sep. 2025.
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