as in delicious
very pleasing to the sense of taste
a selection of gourmet cookies and other toothy delights
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Recent Examples of toothy
In Buc-ee's complaint, the chain argues that the animalistic logo is too similar to its own – a toothy beaver wearing a red ballcap inside a bright yellow circle.
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Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 6 May 2026
There was the mosasaur — a giant toothy marine reptile (and a surprise hero in Jurassic World).
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 24 Apr. 2026
Her go-to move was a toothy smile and a peace sign.
—Cory Mull, Austin American Statesman, 5 Apr. 2026
The 3mm lugs provide secure footing on mellow dirt and gravel surfaces, while still allowing the shoe to run smoothly on roads—there’s no slapping sound or feel of hard rubber hitting pavement, or clunkiness from toothy lugs meant for super-technical terrain.
—Lisa Jhung, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026
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Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 6 May 2026
There was the mosasaur — a giant toothy marine reptile (and a surprise hero in Jurassic World).
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 24 Apr. 2026
Her go-to move was a toothy smile and a peace sign.
—Cory Mull, Austin American Statesman, 5 Apr. 2026
The 3mm lugs provide secure footing on mellow dirt and gravel surfaces, while still allowing the shoe to run smoothly on roads—there’s no slapping sound or feel of hard rubber hitting pavement, or clunkiness from toothy lugs meant for super-technical terrain.
—Lisa Jhung, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for toothy
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Besides the hotel's on-site restaurant, one of the best on the island, another spot for upscale dining is Eli’s, which also has delicious cocktails and ocean views.—
Kira Turnbull,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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The Personal Blender includes two Tritan Renew blending cups and the ultra-durable Rapid Extractor Blade to make delicious smoothies and more.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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Across its 1,070-hectare spread—holding everything from edible gardens to cheese rooms and wine cellars—the options to spend your time are near-endless.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The stress test escalated quickly and Vendo refused requests for edible insects, firearms, even marijuana (legal in Arizona).—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
2 June 2026
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The eight rooms have tasteful Scandinavian design and beds handcrafted from island maple.—
Charles Usher,
Midwest Living,
26 May 2026
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Its 184 guest rooms are decorated in tasteful beige and blue tones by French architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte, and include 47 opulent suites, two of which offer private rooftop terraces with views of the Eiffel Tower.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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“Toothy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toothy. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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