as in deliciously
in a pleasing way
we spent a pleasurably hectic day shopping for Christmas presents
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Recent Examples of pleasurably
That said, those action-horror scenes are pleasurably icky.
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Noel Murray, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2025
Noel Murray, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleasurably
Adverb
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Reminders come too with Emmy winner Jim Parsons, who is deliciously over-the-top as Ruth, Rose's bitter and controlling mother.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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Dinner is focused around a large wood burning oven, putting out deliciously charred meats and veggies, and there’s a vibrant after-work drinks scene that always has this place pumping.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The Dodgers also benefited from a solid pitching performance from right-hander Emmet Sheehan (2-0), who gave up a leadoff home run to Brandon Nimmo and then settled in nicely before giving up a two-run blast to Nimmo in the sixth.—
Dan Arritt,
Oc Register,
12 Apr. 2026
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This makes for a pleasantly complex Kir royale, and also plays nicely in gin or agave cocktails.—
Jerry & Krista Slater,
AJC.com,
12 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Because the eggs act as the main source of structure and height, these cakes are light and delicate, with an enjoyably soft, springy texture.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 Apr. 2026
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Still, these are minor faults compared to an enjoyably harsh yet perceptive look at the psychology of Silicon Valley elites.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
12 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Roster imbues his Ed with a sort of goofball persona, delightfully recalling his many hotel adventures after some drunken discomfort.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Tangy, juicy cranberries complement the sweetness of the apples delightfully without making the perfect fall treat.—
Abby Fribush,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The Hornets played great and made those plays down the stretch.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Apr. 2026
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Rahm is a former Masters winner playing great at LIV Golf.—
Dennis Esser,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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And the Knicks better be ready, ready for the Celtics to attempt to exact some revenge for the way things ended a season ago.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
10 Apr. 2026
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This will better set you up to have a productive conversation with your stepdaughter about what everyone expects going forward.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Acclimating our senses was rooftop breakfast served by a gracious staff who introduced us to Armenian coffee — finely ground into a powder and brewed in a jazzve pot.—
Marlise Kast-Myers,
Boston Herald,
12 Apr. 2026
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The aluminum chassis has a sleek, silvery look, and the monitor is sturdy, finely crafted, and well-proportioned.—
Tony Hoffman,
PC Magazine,
11 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Sometimes the bridge going up pleasantly slows the ice cream store traffic during busy times, ice cream shop co-owner Colin Desmarais has said.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
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The showrunners have been pleasantly surprised by the synchronicity building between art and life as the series moves deeper into the timeline, inspiring both cast and creators.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
10 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Pleasurably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleasurably. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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