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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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2
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
So, a trip to a coin-exchange kiosk (or a bank, or credit union) can yield a pleasant surprise.
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Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 5 June 2025
The gear selector, drivetrain dial, and buttons that lock and unlock the differentials possess a substantial feel, too, which were a pleasant surprise.
—Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
While basil's pleasant fragrance is a natural repellent for pests, the zinnia's colorful blooms will attract pollinators for the basil.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 4 June 2025
Make sure to learn about Filipino values, avoid superiority, and be a pleasant neighbor in this country that is welcoming you.
—Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 5 June 2025
The gear selector, drivetrain dial, and buttons that lock and unlock the differentials possess a substantial feel, too, which were a pleasant surprise.
—Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
While basil's pleasant fragrance is a natural repellent for pests, the zinnia's colorful blooms will attract pollinators for the basil.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 4 June 2025
Make sure to learn about Filipino values, avoid superiority, and be a pleasant neighbor in this country that is welcoming you.
—Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for pleasant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleasant
Adjective
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Everyone on set was so gracious and created such a safe space.—
Jennifer Adams,
StyleCaster,
5 June 2025
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Though the mill and its towering chimney are long gone, the house remains—gracious, elegant, and full of period charm.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Barack Obama is the most unbelievably delightful man.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
5 June 2025
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While the absurd shenanigans are fun, the real joy is watching a delightful del Toro and refreshing Threapleton navigating the oddly heartfelt family reconnection.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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That this wrap-up happens on the stoop of an apartment building provides a nice callback to Past Lives.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2025
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In other words, this is very much a ROG Ally handheld PC but with some nice Xbox touches that will the overall experience feel more like playing an Xbox.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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Chest freezers are chunky appliances, and even the most aesthetically pleasing models are still little more than large boxes.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
10 June 2025
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Here, the love planet thrives in situations that are equally secure and aesthetically pleasing.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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That balance of old and young spirits yields a palate that leads with sweet vanilla and cherry notes and ends with baking spice and ripe apple, a must try for Japanese-whisky fans.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
13 June 2025
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While most people may feel unlucky on Friday the 13th, Krispy Kreme is hoping to make its customers feel lucky with a sweet promotion.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Willem Dafoe as Rat in Fantastic Mr. Fox Willem Dafoe has delicious fun voicing Rat, the sinister security guard who menaces Fox and his cohorts.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
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Mama practically lived in the kitchen, making delicious dishes to feed the friends and family who were always stopping by.—
Ivy Odom,
Southern Living,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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After years of a legal battle where both sides won key judgments, officials chalked up the apparently amiable end to new personalities at the top of each agency.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 June 2025
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The performances were too amiable and not particularly satirical (much like the real-life Harris’s own appearance on the show).—
Dave Itzkoff,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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Infatuation provided the satisfying high, but also a sense of accomplishment.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
11 June 2025
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This Kettle & Fire option, which comes in both beef and chicken varieties, is just as good as the homemade stuff: Use it in soups, rice, or sides to add a few extra satisfying grams of protein.—
Sarah Felbin,
SELF,
10 June 2025
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“Pleasant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleasant. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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