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as in enjoyable
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
the massage was extremely pleasant and relaxing
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as in gracious
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
she has a reputation among the employees for being a demanding boss, but she's unexpectedly pleasant outside of work
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Recent Examples of pleasant
But these people are so pleasant.
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Cassandra Spratling, Freep.com, 27 Feb. 2026
On Thursday morning in the Rangers clubhouse, owner Ray Davis stopped by Josh Jung’s locker, engaged in a brief, but pleasant chat about cars.
—Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026
Has a creamy taste that most people find pleasant.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 26 Feb. 2026
Thursday has sunny skies, pleasant temperatures and hazardous weather conditions in the afternoon.
—Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026
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Cassandra Spratling, Freep.com, 27 Feb. 2026
On Thursday morning in the Rangers clubhouse, owner Ray Davis stopped by Josh Jung’s locker, engaged in a brief, but pleasant chat about cars.
—Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026
Has a creamy taste that most people find pleasant.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 26 Feb. 2026
Thursday has sunny skies, pleasant temperatures and hazardous weather conditions in the afternoon.
—Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for pleasant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleasant
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But large numbers across income levels also say larger expenses and the cost of things associated with an enjoyable life — including taking a weeklong vacation — are out of reach.—
Isabelle Gibson,
Washington Post,
27 Feb. 2026
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Swapping out your sponge not only cuts down on germs but also keeps dish suds smelling fresh and pleasant, a small comfort that makes the daily dishwashing routine a bit more enjoyable.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026
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Knight Acknowledged the Bond Between the Teams Even while addressing a situation that could easily breed division, Knight was gracious toward her male counterparts.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
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Alternatively, it can be maintained as a gracious single-family home with easy access to Bonn, Cologne, and Frankfurt.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
26 Feb. 2026
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Stamper has broadened my mind with a book full of fascinating tidbits and anecdotes, and a delightful quantity of humor.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
1 Mar. 2026
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More interesting are the character pieces, like Veronika Slowikowska’s delightful maid of honor explaining current events.—
Rima Parikh,
Vulture,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Neemias Queta made all three of his field goals in the opening quarter, including a nice turnaround hook shot over Jokic and a last-second alley-oop from Pritchard, whose penchant for buzzer-beaters likely drew Denver’s attention away from the lurking big man.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
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The Executive Rooms have cushy beds, nice hardwood floors, spa showers, jetted tubs, a super-ergonomic office chair, and energizing views of Metcalfe Street.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Chatty Mercury is dancing with pleasing Venus in your 6th House of Effort, improving the flow of cooperative tasks.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2026
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Equal parts functional and aesthetically pleasing, today's games and puzzles are works of art in themselves.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Upsimples Set of 3 5x7-Inch Photo Frames This sweet home decor deal, featuring three 5x7-inch photo frames, comes out to $3 apiece.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Feb. 2026
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Some unique ideas for the shower hosts include a simple candle with a sweet note, a single flower in a keepsake bud vase just for the host, or a charming cocktail napkin set.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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This savory cousin of our Cinnamon-Sugar Pull-Apart Bread is a delicious alternative to classic dinner rolls.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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Chef Subedi worked around a need for gluten-free food by supplying delicious buckwheat crepes for breakfast instead of bread.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Feb. 2026
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Luis Sherlinee is warm and amiable as Reina’s protective brother and the brainy Cruz.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
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The idea, from the very beginning, was to ease viewers into a new day with amiable hosts who covered the news, cracked jokes and fit right into viewers’ at-home routines.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Pleasant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleasant. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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